Dispute resolution

  • Understanding Right of Survivorship

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    When it comes to property ownership, the way the property is held can have significant legal implications, particularly in the event of an owner’s death. Two common ways to hold...

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  • Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) refers to alternative ways of resolving disputes without the need for a trial, by settling a dispute outside of the courtroom. You can use ADR to...

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  • Understanding the Party Wall Act

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    The Party Wall Act 1996 (“PWA”) is a crucial piece of legislation designed to regulate building works that may affect shared walls or structures between adjoining properties. Enacted in 1996,...

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  • Ashtons Legal is thrilled to have won the recent Court of Appeal dispute on behalf of the Respondent in the Hudson v Hathway case. Whilst the Court rejected the contention...

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  • Ashtons Legal has further expanded its Business Client Group with a number of significant hires. In the past four months, Ashtons has welcomed one new partner, two senior associates, three...

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  • Businesses may need to send someone to court for a variety of reasons; from recovering an unpaid debt or contractual overpayment, to defending a personal injury claim or tax action...

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  • In a recent Eastern Daily Press article, it was discovered that with an increase in people staying inside, there has been an increase in nuisance claims, more specifically, noise complaints....

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  • The Small Claims Track

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    If you have a straightforward claim, with a financial value of less than £10,000, it is very likely that your claim will be allocated to the small claims track, which...

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  • Chasing Bad Debts after 4 May 2021

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    Don’t hold your breath before 4th May: A creditor’s guide to chasing bad debts with Ashtons Legal. From the 4th May 2021, the Debt Respite Scheme (also known as ‘Breathing...

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  • This guide provides a general overview of what a judicial review claim is, how and why you might want to bring one, and what remedies the court can order. What...

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  • The Coronavirus Act 2020 has made significant changes to the residential landlord and tenant law – are you up to date? How Do The New Regulations Affect Landlords? As a...

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  • Boundary Disputes in Lockdown

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    Our skilled and experienced solicitors can assist you if a boundary dispute should arise between you and your neighbour. One of the most common, and potentially costly, disputes that arise...

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