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Hoteliers Liability under the Occupiers Liability Act

What liability, if any, do hoteliers have for the safety of guests in circumstances where guests take unnecessary risks? This was the situation which the court had to consider in the recent case of James...
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A look back on schools named in EHCPs

As we approach the end of 2020, and a new school term starting next month, it is a good time to reflect on the different schools the Boyes Turner Education Team have helped children and...
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Buying a care home – issues to look out for…

The care home market is expected to be buoyant in 2021. If you are considering buying a care home, there are various issues you should consider. Derek Ching partner in the commercial property team at...
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Adverse possession and registered land

Dowse and Another v City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council [2020] UKUT 202 (LC) While the legal process of applying for adverse possession in relation to unregistered land remains unchanged, the Land Registration Act 2002...
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No survivorship clause? No inheritance?

As wills are generally written several years before someones death and it can often be the case that by the time of a testators death a beneficiary has died. It is generally considered good practice...
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GIRFT Report on Diabetes failings in NHS services for diabetes are causing avoidable harm

The NHS medical care improvement programme, Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT), has published its national report on diabetes care within the NHS. The report, Diabetes GIRFT Programme National Specialty Report – November 2020, says...
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The Business Contract Terms (Assignment of Receivables) Regulations 2018

Since 1 January 2019, the Business Contract Terms (Assignment of Receivables) Regulations 2018 (the Regulations) have prevented parties from restricting the assignment of receivables, except in specific circumstances. Interesting. What are receivables? These are defined...
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Using a caveat in probate disputes: What you need to know

Even for those familiar with caveats, it is crucial to understand how they function in probate disputes and when applying for one can provide an important strategic advantage. What is a caveat? Whilst a grant...
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Larke V Nugus Request – What Is It?

If a good friend or relative has recently died and you think there may be a question mark over the validity of the will, what should you/could you do? It is often difficult to assess...
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No need for speed: Caroline’s story

Speed contributes to one in five fatal crashes in the UK. Watch Caroline’s story. We are supporting Brake, the road safety charity’s Road Safety Week. Share this article:   Related insights Contact us If you...
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A brief guide to Lease Extensions

What is a lease extension? A lease extension is the process of adding years back on to the lease and extending the time a tenant has before the property reverts back to the ownership of...
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Boyes Turner proud to launch Major Trauma Group

New national service will assist people affected by major trauma and raise awareness of issues faced by patients NHS funding for major trauma centres and rehabilitation at an all time low during Covid-19 Reading based...
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Changes to the law allow claimants with long-term serious injury to claim additional costs of accommodation

The law relating to the amount of compensation that a severely injured person can claim for the extra cost of buying a home suitable for their disability has changed. The Court of Appeal has ruled...
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Lost or missing Will: What happens and what can be done?

When someone dies, one of the first questions when considering their estate is whether or not they made a will. Many people will make a will during their lifetime to put in place arrangements for...
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Lost assets in estates: Steps executors must take

Following a death, the executor appointed in the deceaseds Will (whether a family member, friend or professional) will need to manage the estate by carrying out a number of responsibilities including: Valuing the estate by...
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A guide to the Right of First Refusal under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987

What is right of first refusal? Landlords who want to sell the freehold of existing residential and mixed-use properties usually have to offer the leaseholders the first chance to buy it. This is known as...
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