by Zoe Towlson | Jan 28, 2026 | Churchers News, criminal-defence
What is a PFD Report? Under Paragraph 7(1) of Schedule 5 of the Coroners and Justice Act 2009, a coroner has a duty to make a report if they believe action should be taken to prevent future deaths. Under Regulation 28 of the Coroners (Investigations) Regulations 2013...
by Zoe Towlson | Jan 28, 2026 | Churchers News, dispute-resolution-litigation-team
In order for a professional to be legally liable for an error, there are four essential characteristics which need to be established to succeed in a claim for professional negligence against the professional: Duty of Care Breach of Duty Causation Actual loss or damage...
by Zoe Towlson | Jan 28, 2026 | Churchers News, criminal-defence
Why This Matters Understanding criminal records helps people avoid unnecessary disclosure and discrimination. Knowing what is spent, what must be disclosed, and when exceptions apply allows individuals to protect their rights while enabling employers and organisations...
by Zoe Towlson | Jan 28, 2026 | Churchers News, commercial-and-company-law-team
You may be considering extending your residential lease. You may also have heard that the law in this area is being reformed and that these changes could make the lease extension process cheaper and easier. So, should you extend now or wait? Current legal position (as...
by Zoe Towlson | Jan 8, 2026 | Churchers News, Wills & Probate Team
Joint assets (such as joint bank accounts and homes owned as joint tenants) automatically pass to the surviving owner, whereas solely owned assets pass according to the terms of your Will or, if you do not have a valid Will, under intestacy rules. If you have a valid...