Property Disputes
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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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Restrictive covenants play a crucial role in property law, shaping how land and property can be used and developed. This article is an overview of what they are and what...
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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 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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Making sure a commercial property is well maintained is one of a landlord’s key priorities, and it is almost as important as getting in the rent. Under a full repairing...
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Disputes can arise between co-owners and cohabitees of properties such as unmarried couples, friends, or family. There are a number of circumstances where disputes can arise between cohabitees/co-owners of a...
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A concern for many landlords and tenants alike is the possibility of another pandemic. This case tested whether the courts would be willing to impose pandemic protection terms. Following the...
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The Grenfell fire of 2017 has spurred the Government to introduce new fire legislation which will, amongst other things, extend the limitation period for defective building claims from six years...
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Residential landlords are under pressure to keep on top of a raft of new legislation and guidelines this year, including many protections for tenants extended by the government during the...
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Don’t hold your breath before 4 May: A Landlord’s Guide to Chasing Bad Debts. Since March 2020 the Government has introduced a raft of protections to protect Tenants from financial...
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With the UK economy currently in the deepest recession since records began, disputes between landlords and tenants are beginning to rise as pressure mounts on commercial occupiers to find ways...
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