What personal injury compensation am I entitled to?
January 3rd 2021If you are successful in your claim you are entitled to compensation for your injuries to include your pain, suffering and loss of amenity.
Property: What is the difference between exchange of contracts and completion?
January 1st 2021Property: What is the difference between exchange of contracts and completion? At exchange of contracts both parties are bound to the contract and the buyer pays the seller a 10% deposit. Completion is when you actually move home and at that stage the seller has to give vacant possession of the property to the buyer.
How long does it take to buy a house?
January 1st 2021It normally takes between 10 to 14 weeks to buy a house, sometimes even longer for a flat.
Difference between Leasehold and Freehold properties
January 1st 2021Ownership of leasehold property is determined by the Lease entered into between the Landlord and the Tenant.
What can I do to prevent the neighbour carrying out works on the boundary line? / Can I work on the boundary line?
January 1st 2021What can I do to prevent the neighbour carrying out works on the boundary line? / Can I work on the boundary line? There is a law known as the “Party Wall Act” which sets out a procedure for carrying out certain works at or near to a boundary. A surveyor can advise you if the Act is likely to apply – if so, it is important to comply with…
Personal Dispute: Can the neighbour block my access?
January 1st 2021Personal Dispute: Can the neighbour block my access? This will depend upon the facts of the case and a thorough review of your title deeds will be required before being in a position to advise. Once, if the neighbour does block your access then we can advise you on possibly obtaining an injunction but this will depend on the facts of the case. It may be necessary to act promptly,…
Personal Dispute: Can a neighbour enter onto my land without my permission?
January 1st 2021Personal Dispute: Can a neighbour enter onto my land without my permission? If a neighbour enters your land without your permission then they will be committing the offence of trespass which is a civil wrong (it is rarely a criminal matter) – however if this is a minor trespass and no damage is caused it is unlikely to be necessary to revert to your legal rights.
Landlord and Tenant: Can I re-enter my property without an Order for Possession?
January 1st 2021Landlord and Tenant: Can I re-enter my property without an Order for Possession? If you re-enter the property without obtaining an Order for Possession, then the tenant can pursue you for unlawful eviction and claim compensation even if they are in breach of the Tenancy Agreement. It is not wise to re-enter a property without a Possession Order. There is no limitation deadline as to when the tenant might pursue…
Landlord and Tenant: How long will it before I can obtain a Court Order for possession of my property?
January 1st 2021Landlord and Tenant: How long will it before I can obtain a Court Order for possession of my property? Due to the pandemic, the Coronavirus Act 2020 has been implemented and the rules as to when we can issue court proceedings for possession differ depending on how and if the Tenancy Agreement has been breached. Once proceedings have been issued the claim will first be listed for a review hearing…
Landlord and Tenant: How can I get a tenant out of my property?
January 1st 2021Landlord and Tenant: How can I get a tenant out of my property? This will depend on whether or not the tenant has breached any of the terms of the Tenancy Agreement. If the tenant is in breach of the Tenancy Agreement then we can consider serving a Section 8 Notice in accordance with the Housing Act 1988. If the tenant has not breached any of the terms of the…
