It’s interesting that we tend to receive enquiries about the same question in waves and then not hear anything about them for a while. Perhaps the enquiries are prompted by a news story or trending television programme? We have recently...
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In October 2023, a significant reform was implemented in the civil justice system concerning cost recovery. This reform introduced new rules regarding fixed recoverable costs, including the establishment of the ‘Intermediate Track’. This...
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Every so often, the world of personal injury is catapulted into the national news. And so it was when Gordon Ramsey, the well-known celebrity chef, put out a message that he was lucky to be alive after a really bad accident in the US. Whilst...
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As we come towards the end of another year, the team at Bennett Griffin have some very exciting news. Our Commercial Property Team has been listed in the Legal 500. This is a tremendous honour for us and an accomplishment that we believe...
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Have you lodged an application for a Grant of Probate or Grant of Letters of Administration and wondered why you haven’t heard back for weeks, or even months? Grant of Probate can be lengthy, and we appreciate that this can be...
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How Will Your Assets Be Distributed If You Don't Make A Will? The rules of intestacy are the legal guidelines governing the distribution of assets when someone passes away without a valid Will. Recently, on 26 July 2023, the UK Government made...
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We are proud to announce that two of our esteemed employees, Josh Coleman and Hamit Akyol, will take on the 'Big Golf Race' to raise vital funds for prostate cancer research. The national charitable initiative supports Prostate Cancer UK and aims...
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In an era where environmental sustainability takes centre stage, it has become increasingly important for commercial properties to meet energy efficiency standards. The implementation of Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) in 2018 marked a...
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One of the key dates for many people in February falls halfway through the month: Valentine’s Day. Indeed, never is there a more obvious time to turn one’s attention to the excitement of marrying the person you love. It is also an...
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As we enter Resolution’s ‘Good Divorce Week 2022', an obvious question that springs to mind is whether there’s really such a thing as a ‘good’ divorce. Well, for some, the answer is ‘yes’, and the changes to the divorce system in...
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Purpose Of The Inheritance Act The purpose of the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 (the Act) is to allow certain classes of individuals to make a claim against an estate if the will or the intestacy did not make reasonable...
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Ensuring your commercial contracts work for you is a key part of business success. To get the terms you desire requires three essential elements: a) a precise knowledge of the terms needed to ensure you meet your commercial objectives b)...
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It is no secret that we love supporting local businesses and enterprises in any way we can - Sussex truly is a superb place to live and work! Which is why it gives us great pleasure to announce that we have been working closely with Sussex County...
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Our most recent legal myth-busting video hosted by Jackie Mensah and Sarah Pennicott is now live! You can find the video on our YouTube channel. This podcast covers a range of topics including: Popular myths surrounding domestic abuse...
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Our most recent legal myth-busting video hosted by Jackie Mensah and Sarah Pennicott is now live! You can find the video on our YouTube channel. This podcast covers a range of topics including: Do children always go to the mum? The myth...
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With the uncertainty surrounding the easing of and possible re-implementation of lockdown measures in the wake of Covid-19, there are calls for the reform of many processes and legislation that affect how people go about their lives. One such...
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