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It seems as if there’s a brand new product on the market every day, especially when it comes to your home appliances. But do you need to spend more money on a replacement appliance, or can you find a faster, more cost-effective way of keeping your appliances going and your costs way down?
Heading into hospital for any kind of healthcare can be a daunting prospect, and when you’re faced with a choice of prospective Trusts it can be difficult to know which option is the best for you. Thankfully, medical negligence solicitors Blackwater Law have developed the NHS Performance Tracker to help you find the facts relating to hospitals in your area and make choosing the right treatment centre easy.
If you’re going through a divorce or separation, things often get stressful. Especially when kids are involved. If one parent negatively influences a child’s view or opinion of the other parent, it could affect them for the rest of their life. This is called Parental Alienation.
Have You Considered Marriage Counselling?
Marriage is a huge commitment that both partners have to make to each other. It requires great understanding and communication from both parties. However, divorce rates are soaring and constantly increasing. It is no longer deemed sacred or everlasting as it was historically considered.
Here at Mortgage Style Ltd, we are not just independent mortgage advisers. We can also help you with other areas of your finances. One of these, which is actually not very well known to everyone, is income protection insurance. This type of insurance will protect you if you are off sick from work for a long period of time.
So, you’re ready to sell your home and set off for another chapter of your life. And whether it’s a bigger home to raise a family, a smaller place to achieve your individual goals, or simply a change of scenery, there’s a lot of planning ahead.
We can report that the market is changing. The numbers of properties coming onto the market are increasing, but they are taking a longer time to sell. Demand has perceptibly decreased, at least following an initial flurry of interest at the outset and if a sale isn’t agreed at an early stage, it is starting to be a longer process. Unfortunately, some Vendors (Sellers) are a little slow to accept these changing conditions and are rejecting early offers against professional advice and sometimes living to regret this decision, further on.
Making a medical negligence compensation claim can seem like a daunting prospect, especially for those who have never had the misfortune to require one before. In this article we’ll break down the process for you, so that you know what to expect, and what to prepare in advance to ensure the process is as efficient as possible.
Selling your house is no easy feat- and you definitely want to make sure that you will get a price that you are happy with. If you find that your house is not selling, it can be frustrating. This article, written by Kelly Bell- from Bell & Co Estates- our exclusive estate agency in Sheffield, covers 5 reasons why your house may not be selling, and how to rectify them.
When a referral is made to social services, by a child’s school or doctor, for example, each Local Authority will have its own process for referrals being made. Within each Local Authority, Children’s Social Care (“social services”) should be the principle point of contact for dealing with referrals.
All holders of Parental Responsibility (which will typically, but not always, include both parents) must consent to their child travelling abroad (outside of England and Wales). The exceptions to the rule are:
This article will discuss the following issues relevant for couples who are separating and have a child or children together:-
If you would like to move to a different part of the UK with a child, all those that have parental responsibility should agree.
There is no legal requirement to acquire formal consent from the other parent where you are relocating within the UK. However, relocating without their consent is firmly cautioned against. The parent that is opposing the relocation may bring an application to prevent it.
IS IT BETTER TO RENT THAN TO BUY?
It can be, depending on your needs and immediate plans.
Parental Awareness – What Is It?
April 25th is Parental Alienation Awareness Day. With a rapid rise in cases of parental alienation in the UK, recent court judgements show that courts are not taking the matter lightly and are unafraid to take action against offenders.
There are some noticeable increases in the cost of living, both coming in the future and some having already begun. However, a sophisticated western economy like that of the UK will adapt, aided by changing and varying circumstances.
What is a Child Arrangements Order?
A Child Arrangements Order is a Court Order which sets out with whom a child is to live with and with whom a child is to spend time with.
The Order remains legally binding until the child reaches the age of 16 unless the Order specifically states otherwise. The “live with” element remains legally binding until the child reaches the age of 18.
The Importance of Protecting your Health After Having a Baby
Having a child is a transformative experience in anybody’s life, but whilst it’s important to devote your love and attention to the new arrival in your family, too many women neglect their own health in the months that follow.
No Fault Divorce – ‘To Blame or not to Blame’
After centuries of stagnation, it was announced on 25 June 2020 that the law in relation to Divorce was being modernised. This modernisation was after years of deliberation where all divorces had to be one party’s fault (unless you rely on separation) and this subsequently gave rise to the ‘blame game’.
Getting Ready to Sell – What Home Improvements Can I Make to My Home Before I Sell?
Are you planning or considering a move this Spring? If so and you’re not sure just where to begin, then I hope this month’s guide will be of use:
One of the most common questions I’m often asked as an Estate Agent is ‘what home improvements can I make to my home before I sell?’
Medical negligence claims: What you need to know
If you’ve been let down by healthcare professionals responsible for your or a loved one’s wellbeing, a medical negligence claim could be your route to securing support and getting your life back on track.
Saving money after you have a baby can seem a lot harder than it used to be. With another person that depends on you, who needs feeding, clothing and stimulation, saving money can seem like an impossible task. However, it doesn’t have to be. With a little spare time and a good strategy, you can stay on top of your finances, enjoy the things you used to enjoy, save a little cash each month, and best of all, reduce your money worries.
When is it Appropriate to Make a Medical Negligence Compensation Claim?
When medical negligence occurs its effects can be devastating; impacting your ability to work, spend quality time with your family or even limiting your mobility or lifespan.
Cerebral Palsy Claim: What You Need to Know
During your pregnancy, there are a range of conditions, illnesses or disorders that you may become aware of. This can seem alarming and unsettling, however, the vast majority of pregnancies result in perfectly healthy births.
Rail to Refuge Travel scheme’ for Domestic survivors in the UK
It has been introduced that an extension of Rail to Refuge is expected to help hundreds more domestic abuse survivors.
Parental Responsibility… what is it?
Parental responsibility is concerned with the care and upbringing of a child until they grow up.
Non Molestation Order
A non-molestation order is a special injunction that aims to prevent a partner or former partner from harming you or your children.
Mediation in Family Law Proceedings
Mediation is the process by which families can negotiate the future arrangements with the help of a neutral third party. This can be done in respect of a divorce or it can relate to children.
Often when individuals think of domestic abuse, they assume that it is physical, but this is not the case, and it can also be mental/emotional abuse. Coercive control is an act or a pattern of acts of assault, threats, humiliation and intimidation or other abuse that is used to harm, punish, or frighten their victim.
Finding The Right Mortgage For You
When you’re planning on buying your first home together, there’s a lot to consider – and of course one of the major things is sorting out your mortgage.
Separation and Children
Are You In The Best Position To Offer On Your Next Property?
The wonderful people at ‘My Bump 2 Baby’ have asked me to write a monthly article relating to the local property market. As the owner of my own independent estate agents, with 22 years of experience behind me, I think of little else than buying, selling and renting property, so I was more than happy to oblige.
5 Things to Look Out For In A Medical Negligence Solicitor
What can you look out for to ensure you’ve found the right solicitor to guide you through a medical negligence or birth injury claim, should you find yourself in such unfortunate circumstances? In this article, we’ll identify five key questions to help you decide.
How Can I Save A Deposit For A House?
In our second blog in the series aimed at new parents and growing families, we take a look at ways to raise the necessary money to pay the deposit on a home of your own.
My Bump2Baby – Grandparents’ rights
At Myerson, we regularly get asked whether grandparents have legal rights to see their grandchildren.
What Should You Consider Before Buying A Home?
Starting a family is an exciting time for you and your partner. There’s a lot to think about when planning for the future, perhaps one of those is buying a new home.
‘I am nervous about seeing a lawyer because we are very amicable and we are all agreed. We don’t want the lawyers to push us into doing something else’
This is a comment I hear regularly from potential clients making enquiries about an appointment with us. I always assure those people that our job is not to scupper their agreement. Your lawyer is there to provide advice and then once you have had time to consider that advice, the lawyer then proceeds with your instructions.
How to Agree on Christmas Contact Arrangements
This article, all about “How to agree on Christmas contact arrangements,” was written by Stuart Chapman from Myerson Solicitors.
With Christmas approaching, you might be worried about sorting out the arrangements for the festive period and the time that your children will spend with you if you are separated or divorced.
5 Things To Do If You Feel You Have Had Poor Medical Care
The vast majority of medical care we receive occurs with no issue. However, if you feel as though the care you received could have, or should have, been better, then it can be difficult to know what to do. There are a number of options available to raise the issue(s) and ultimately, where possible, seek to rectify whatever has gone wrong. This article contains 5 things you should do if you feel you have had poor medical care.
What is poor maternity care?
From the moment you see the blue line on a pregnancy test, through to holding your newborn baby in your arms, becoming a parent is a life-changing experience in every sense. For many of us, it is a moment we dream about, however when an experience doesn’t match up to our expectations, it can be extremely upsetting and disappointing. For some people, the care they receive throughout their pregnancy, labour or after birth can be wildly different to that of which they imagined. We can often feel helpless, however, if you or your baby have been left with injuries or if your outcome wasn’t one you planned for and if you suspect negligent care has had an impact then you may be eligible to seek birth injury compensation.
Buying versus renting – the facts
Is buying better than renting?
In the first of our series of advice blogs on buying a new home, we consider whether buying a property is better than renting for young and growing families. It’s one of the biggest decisions you have to make in your adult life – will you rent, or try to get onto the property ladder?
How to Move to a Bigger Family Home with Ease
If you often struggle to find room for your child’s toys, squeeze past loved ones in the hallway, or are expecting another baby, it might be time to think about moving into a larger property.
Yet, there are many considerations to make, actions to perform, and time lengths to adhere to for a smooth move. Don’t put a foot wrong by learning how to move to a bigger family home with ease.
UNMARRIED FATHERS’ RIGHTS
In the UK, every child has a right to see both of their parents. For couples that stay together, this is not a problem, but when parents split up, things can get a little more complicated. If both of the parents are married when the child is born, things are relatively simple but if they are not, the rules are different – as they can be between the mothers’ and fathers’ rights.
If you are an unmarried father who is looking to have contact to their child after a breakup, it is important that you know where you stand.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I DON’T ATTEND FAMILY COURT?
Family court is involved with cases that cover families and children. They can help to resolve family law disputes relating to divorce, adoption, and the arrangements for children. If you need to go to a family court, this can be a daunting and emotional process, but it is an important one, and you need to attend and engage. Not only could there be consequences to not attending, but it also makes you look bad which could also go against you in the hearing.
Financial planning for your family
There’s no denying it, children don’t come cheap, but by planning ahead and managing your cash flow, you can take some of the stress out of raising a family.
Plan to make your family’s future secure
The cost of raising a child (excluding housing, childcare and council tax) from birth to 18 is £71,611 for a couple, and £97,862 for a single parent or guardian, according to the Child Poverty Action Group. https://cpag.org.uk/sites/default/files/files/policypost/CostofaChild2020_web.pdf
We all want security and stability within our lives. A lot of the time this is not achievable. However, one area where you can create security and stability is your marriage. Whether you are already married, about to get married or enter into a civil partnership; putting a nuptial agreement in place can help with logistics.
What is a power of attorney?
Sometimes we all need a helping hand. But what if a short-term fix isn’t the answer? What if you become unable to make good decisions about your life, health, money, property?
Andrew Guilfoyle, a solicitor at the Hampshire-based law firm, Barker Son & Isherwood, explains how a Power of Attorney could help protect you and the things you own.
Growing Family – Your Questions Answered
We need a bigger house so how can we get a bigger mortgage?
The romantic cottage for two or the one bed apartment may have suited you before children but as your family gets larger, so may your need for space – how can you make this happen and what are the options?
Maternity Leave Mortgages
Whilst having a baby is an amazing experience- it can also be quite scary for working mums! You may be wondering, how will our finances be affected? What will they look like? Will we be able to manage money-wise?
Since your income will most likely be reduced whilst on maternity leave- especially if you are only receiving SMP (Statutory maternity pay)- you may be worried about passing lender’s affordability checks.
How to Prepare for a House Viewing Successfully Your viewings are booked either with yourself or with your estate agent
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