If you have ever been part of a dispute involving allegations of unauthorised actions/behaviours that have caused harm, or infringed on someone’s legal rights, then you may have heard of a ‘cease and desist’ letter. Whether you are a business owner, a property owner, or [...]
"Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me". In an increasingly digital world, however, those words can be just a click away. The old adage, while offering a mantra for shrugging off playground insults, does little to mitigate the real-world consequences [...]
After nearly a decade practising law in Liverpool, I recently relocated to Essex and bring with me substantial experience across both healthcare and commercial litigation. I trained and worked at an international law firm where I acted for NHS Trusts and private healthcare organisations, managing [...]
The Renter’s Rights Bill for the private rental sector is now law, having received Royal Assent from the King last week. The Renters Rights Act is expected to rebalance the relationship between landlords and tenants across England as part of the Government’s Plan for Change. [...]
The legal system has historically relied on in-person attendance and paper-based procedures, but there has been a significant shift in recent years. With digital platforms continually advancing and improving, and global disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the legal system has had to adopt remote [...]
When running a business, there are various challenges and issues that arise, and unfortunately, disputes between shareholders can be one of them. Conflicts such as this can impact any size company, and tensions can soon escalate beyond internal resolution if not dealt with swiftly. Thankfully, [...]
The legal process that follows a loved one’s death can be emotionally challenging. This can become even more stressful and upsetting if there is uncertainty surrounding the validity of the deceased’s Will. While Wills are generally considered to be an accurate reflection of the deceased’s [...]
The Civil Procedure Rules have long placed a duty on the parties involved in a dispute to consider if the dispute can be settled through negotiation or Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) without commencing proceedings. On 1st October 2024, the CPR made some changes. Following the [...]
Help is at hand for Company Directors. Disputes can arise between directors while running a business. Here at Backhouse, we can advise the Company and its remaining directors when a dispute arises with a lone director, or conversely, we can advise you if you are [...]
An injunction is used to either order a party to or prevent a party from taking a specific action. Injunctions offer swift and effective relief in various disputes, including commercial conflicts, family law, employment issues and more. In this article, we will take you through [...]
