Maternity vs paternity rights
Both partners have certain statutory holiday rights when having a child. This applies in both birth and adoption scenarios, and in most cases maternity and paternity rights both guarantee a certain amount of paid leave.
Maternity leave
New mothers are entitle...
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The legal rights of shareholders are complex. They depend on the shareholder's agreement with the company, the company's articles of association, and the terms under which the shares are issued. However, certain general rights are guaranteed under the provisions of the Companies Act 2006.
Am I enti...
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A rented flat or house is your home, but at the same time, it remains someone else's property. In the majority of cases, this isn't a problem, but if one party doesn't respect the rights of the other or expects too much from them then this can swiftly escalate into a legal dispute.
As a tenan...
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When you buy property, you either buy the freehold – which means you own the property outright as well as the land it is built on – or you buy the leasehold – which gives you the right to occupy that property for a specified amount of time. As some leaseholds can last for up to a t...
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Dementia currently affects over 850,000 people in the UK, and that figure is set to rise. If you've recently been diagnosed or are caring for someone with dementia then it's important to understand the legal aspects of dementia as well as the treatment and help available.
Do I need to consent...
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Important changes to inheritance tax were made in this year's summer budget with the intention of reducing the number of tax people have to pay on their family homes.
Since 2009, the threshold for inheritance tax has been set at £325,000 per person. Anything over this amount is subject...
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Domestic abuse is a difficult subject to discuss and can take many different forms. When people use the term domestic abuse, many people think about violent behaviour and being beaten or hit. However, abuse can be less obvious than that, with mental abuse in a relationship now being recognised as ab...
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Beginning a new relationship after a divorce can be an exciting time for you and your new partner. If you decide that the time is right for you to get married again, you will need to think about some of the legal implications of your second marriage.
If you have children from your first marriage yo...
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When you start a business there are many things to think about. There are some very obvious things like the structure of your business, whether to buy an existing business or what to name your business but there are other considerations too.
First and foremost, should you set up the business yourse...
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DIY Wills have been surging in popularity since the economic downturn as people see that it is a good way to cut costs and save money whilst still protecting their family, but what are the downsides of a DIY Will?
In order to be legal, a Will has to contain a number of items and also meet a number...
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