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Time to pay up - National Minimum Wage is on the rise
The National Minimum Wage was first introduced as a legal requirement in April 1999. The rates are reviewed each year…
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Buyers beware! 8 things to check before buying a house at auction
When buying property (particularly at auction), there are some important points to consider before submitting an offer or making a…
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Damages award to follow Supreme Court ruling
A man with a brain injury will receive damages following a Supreme Court ruling that patients are entitled to put…
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Cases involving children
Parental responsibility and the law: a focus on lesbian relationships
Family Law Solicitor Emma Armstrong explains who has parental responsibility for a child with same-sex parents.
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Legal Services in Newcastle
Do I require planning permission for an extension to my home?
Thinking about building an extension to your home? Sharon Dunstan explains what to consider, as you may need planning permission…
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Cases involving children
Grandparents’ rights
Emma Armstrong explains Grandparents’ rights and the legal options available to allow contact with grandchildren.
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Commercial Client
Q&A - Party Wall Act 1996
Rebecca Davidson explains the Party Wall Act 1996 and how it applies to walls, fences and buildings that share a…
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Cases involving children
The Adoption Process
Emma Armstrong explains the adoption process and the things to consider if you are thinking about adopting a child.
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Factsheet
Leasehold: a ticking time bomb?
Property lawyer Kathryn Hill investigates the problems with leasehold ownership of residential properties in the UK.
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BPS penalties: Common cross compliance breaches
Agribusiness Paralegal Rachel Elliott outlines the most common cross compliance breaches for farmers to be aware of when claiming for…
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Changing a farm business structure: What to consider…
Partner Richard Miller explains the benefits to farming businesses of changing business structure and why it’s important to plan ahead…
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Legal Services in Newcastle
NHS Complaints Procedure
Thinking about making a complaint to the NHS for medical treatment? Follow Burnetts’ step by step guide to the process.
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