Specialist insurance known as “missing beneficiary indemnity insurance” can be obtained which in many instances will be the ...

Welcome to Weightmans. Our global outlook perfectly positions us to support you and your business no matter where you are based. Learn about our international capabilities. From FTSE-100 companies to ...

Rachael Barthel works in our Court of Protection Team at our Leeds Office. Rachael is a Court of Protection Solicitor who works on a variety of client facing matters. Rachael works with and assists ...

The principles are intended to be flexible and outcome-focussed, allowing for the huge variety of circumstances that relevant bodies find themselves in. Procedures to prevent fraud should be ...

It has already been a busy start to the year for changes in immigration policy, which has been a key topic in the lead up to the election. Now with a new Labour government in power, we are expecting ...

On divorce or the dissolution of a civil partnership, both parties are entitled to a fair settlement based on their respective resources. If the parties cannot agree terms together it may be necessary ...

The popularity of cycling in the UK continues to rise, particularly in urban areas. Despite the increasing availability of cycle helmets and long-standing publicity as to their protective benefits, in ...

All businesses have some form of intellectual property, but few fully understand what that means and how to protect it. In this detailed guide, we help explain. Intellectual property (IP) law provides ...

If you or your business are going to operate heavy goods vehicles, or already do so, you will require an operator’s licence. In this article, we’ll explain what an operator’s licence is and answer ...

Following a pilot which began in a handful of courts across England & Wales in January 2023, we now have open reporting provisions in all family courts across the country. It has been called “a ...

Non-compete clauses are a type of restrictive covenant which are often included in employment contracts. They aim to prevent employees from working for a competitor or from setting up their own rival ...

What does the DVSA do? The DVSA is responsible for keeping roads safe and ensuring that drivers and vehicles meet legal standards. Its responsibilities are wide-ranging and include: The DVSA works ...