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Can a Cohabitee Bring a Claim When Their Partner Dies?
The Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 has long been a crucial legal instrument in ensuring fair provision […]
Predatory Marriage: A Guide to a New Form of Financial Abuse
Predatory Marriage; a guide to a new form of financial abuse by Sarah Young explores the alarming issue of predatory […]
My Will is valid. How then can my last wishes be ignored?
You may find it hard to believe but it’s true – sometimes despite having a valid Will, your wishes can […]
When Should You Make a Will or Lasting Power of Attorney Document?
It is a common misconception that making a Will or Lasting Power of Attorney document is for ‘old’ people, but […]
The Pitfalls and Traps of DIY Wills: Will They Cost you in the Future?
The last couple of years have thrown many people financial challenges. The pandemic and the recent cost of living crisis […]
New wedding laws – will predatory marriages be prevented?
The Law Commission has just published far reaching recommendations to reform the law of weddings. Many of the changes are […]
‘You can never challenge a Will’ – Mythbusting this popular assumption
A hallmark of English law is that you can leave your estate to whomever you wish, however this freedom is […]
Cut off without a penny… Ridley & Hall’s Top Tips for Survival
Your parent passes away – you’re just beginning to process what has happened. Then, another bombshell; their will is read […]
Court Decision on Forged Wills; Bad News for Fraudsters
A Judge has made a startling finding in a case about a forged Will which could lead to many more […]
Predatory Marriages; Elder Financial Abuse
At this time of year, everyone loves a wedding…but there can be a darker side to matrimony*. In Marina Lewycka’s […]
