Are restrictive covenants in employment contracts legally enforceable?
by Liam Hastings | Oct 20, 2026 | Employment Law | 0 Comments
There is a myth that restrictive covenants in employment contracts are not legally enforceable. This is not true. Although restrictive covenants can be difficult to enforce, they can be legally binding in the right circumstances. Restrictive covenants are clauses in...
How do I challenge a Will?
by Liam Hastings | Oct 14, 2026 | Litigation, Probate Disputes | 0 Comments
When someone dies, their will determines how their estate will usually be distributed. But what happens if you believe the will is unfair, you suspect that it does not reflect the deceased’s wishes, or you think there is something wrong with the way it was made? It is...
Are verbal contracts legally binding?
by Liam Hastings | Oct 14, 2026 | Litigation, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Can you enforce an agreement if nothing was ever put in writing? The answer may surprise you. In many cases, a verbal agreement is just as legally binding as a written contract. The difficulty is often proving exactly what was agreed. Whether you have agreed a price...
Why do we have so many clients in Hastings?
by Liam Hastings | Oct 8, 2026 | Litigation | 0 Comments
Would you be surprised to learn we have acted for lots of clients from Hastings in Sussex? We were surprised when it first happened but we are used to it now. One caller was disappointed to learn we were not based in Hastings and suggested (quite aggressively) that we...
What happens if I buy stolen goods? – Update
by Liam Hastings | Oct 8, 2026 | Litigation | 0 Comments
What happens if you buy something which turns out to have been stolen? Can you keep it if you paid for it in good faith? What happens if the stolen item is a car? We previously wrote about what happens if you buy stolen goods. Since then, we have acted for several...
What Happens When My Commercial Lease Expires?
by Liam Hastings | Oct 8, 2026 | Commercial Property, Landlord & Tenant | 0 Comments
If you run a business from rented premises, the expiry of your commercial lease can be an important time. You may be wondering whether you have to leave, whether your landlord has to offer you a new lease, or what happens if you simply carry on trading from the...
I Need a Settlement Agreement Solicitor – Can This Be Done Remotely?
by Liam Hastings | Oct 6, 2026 | Employment Law | 0 Comments
If your employer has offered you a settlement agreement, you may be wondering whether you need to find a solicitor in your local area. The good news is that you can usually deal with a settlement agreement solicitor entirely remotely. There is generally no need to...
I Paid for the House but My Name Isn’t on the Deeds – Do I Have a Share?
by Liam Hastings | Oct 6, 2026 | Litigation | 0 Comments
Buying a property with a partner or family member can seem straightforward at the time. However, problems can arise when the relationship breaks down or the property is eventually sold. One of the most common questions we are asked is: “I paid towards the house, but...
Employment Law Update September 2026
by Liam Hastings | Sep 27, 2026 | Employment Law | 0 Comments
Employment law continues to undergo significant change. The Employment Rights Act 2025 is being introduced in stages, with further important changes due to come into force during the remainder of 2026 and throughout 2027. For employers, the changes mean that...
Regaining possession of a residential property under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025
by Liam Hastings | Sep 22, 2026 | Landlord & Tenant, Litigation | 0 Comments
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 came into force on 1 May 2026 and has significantly changed the law relating to residential possession proceedings in England. Since 1 May 2026, landlords can no longer use Section 21 notices to evict tenants without giving a reason....