How to contest a will: A complete guide
Can you contest a will? Yes you can contest a will. There are a range of ways to do this, and this article outlines the key information you need to know. What are the grounds for contesting a will? There are many ways to contest a will – they are known as grounds for contesting a […]
What’s happening to Stamp Duty Land Tax in 2025?
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a critical tax levied on property purchases. As we approach April 2025, notable changes to stamp duty will impact both buyers and sellers, altering the landscape of property transactions. What is Stamp Duty Land Tax? Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is imposed on the purchase of residential property or […]
The link between Covid-19 and Sepsis
It is well known that Covid-19 can severely compromise the respiratory system, with many people going on to develop pneumonia to a greater or lesser extent – although all other organ systems are at risk of damage from the disease. A recent study has now confirmed that nearly a third of UK Coronavirus patients were readmitted to […]
Education, Health, and Care Plan for student success
The law states that ahead of a child moving between key phases of education their Education, Health, and Care Plan (EHCP) must be reviewed and reissued to allow for planning and preparation for transition and provision in the new educational setting. The phase transfers are: early years provider to school infant school to junior school […]
December 2024: Inflation rises, growth stalls, markets shift
Headline inflation at eight-month high Release of the latest inflation statistics showed consumer prices are now rising at their fastest rate since March 2024, while last month also saw Bank of England (BoE) policymakers become more divided over the need to cut interest rates. Data published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed the […]
2024 Property trends: Sales, demand, and 2025 outlook
As we approach the new year, Zoopla has highlighted trends in the UK property market in 2024. It is expected that, by the end of the year, there will have been 1.1 million sales completed – 10% more than last year. Meanwhile, January was the busiest month for visitors to the Zoopla site, followed by […]
Corporate and Commercial: A year in review and looking ahead to 2025
In 2024, Tees’s Corporate and Commercial team welcomed new members and  was  involved in transactions totalling more than £100 million. This comes in the face of widespread business uncertainty provoked by the budget and broader market forces, with revised figures indicating zero growth in the UK economy between July and September. Some work highlights In […]
Placental abruption signs: Medical negligence claims
Understanding placental abruption: Causes, symptoms, and medical negligence claims. The placenta is the baby’s lifeline in the womb, supplying oxygen and nutrients for proper development. A placental abruption is a serious condition that can pose a significant threat to both mother and baby. In rare cases, it can lead to severe injury or even stillbirth. […]
Dissolving a company? How to avoid being left pink faced
Pink Floyd guitarist David Gilmour recently hit the headlines for not being able to sell a £10 million seafront mansion (‘The Property’) because it turns out that he doesn’t actually own it. In short, Gilmour did not purchase the Property himself; instead, he purchased it in 2011 through his former company, Hoveco Limited. Then, in […]
