Divorce and family law

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Divorce FAQs

Divorce FAQs - your questions answered from what you need to prove to get a divorce to how the divorce process works

Employment

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Sickness absence

Sometimes you unavoidably need to be off work as you are unwell. Discover what your sickness absence rights are and the rules on statutory sick pay.

Wills

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Dying without making a will

If you die without making a will, the law sets out who is entitled to what you leave behind and who can handle your affairs

Inheritance tax and family trusts

Lasting power of attorney

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What is a deputyship order?

When someone close loses the capacity to make decisions for themselves, you can apply for a deputyship so that you can make decisions on their behalf

Family bereavement

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Family bereavement FAQs

Family bereavement can be not only sad but difficult. You may need to register a death and make funeral arrangements, and may face financial strain.

Claiming an inheritance

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Disputing or contesting a will

There are a range of grounds on which you can dispute a will and how it is dealt with. If you feel you have a case, you should seek legal advice

Probate, executors and estate administration

Personal injury

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Personal injury FAQs

You or your family could be injured in any number of scenarios. You could be entitled to compensation. We answer some of the most frequent questions about personal injury claims.

Residential property law

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Releasing equity in your home

Some people have considerable equity in their homes. Equity release is one way to boost income by releasing some of the value in your home.

Traffic offences

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Table of driving penalties

There are a wide range of penalties for driving offences. This table indicates the main penalties you could face for a driving offence.

Business law

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Table of driving penalties

There are a wide range of penalties for driving offences. This table indicates the main penalties you could face for a driving offence.