What Happens In A Second Offence Of Speeding?
Speeding can land you with a heavy fine, points on your licence or, worse still, a prison sentence. Read our guide for full details.
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Undertaking a home buyers survey in Northern Ireland
The Homebuyer Survey is a non-intrusive visual inspection in which a Professional will inspect the visible areas of your property and report any defects.
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Your Rights As a Private Tenant
If you are a tenant within Northern Ireland in a private rented property you have rights that protect yourself and your home. Your tenancy agreement may give you more rights than basic legal options but if your landlord is failing to respect the law then your local council can take enforcement action. All tenants have
Buying A Commercial Property In Northern Ireland
Your workplace is probably your second largest outgoing, so when buying commercial property, you have an even greater incentive to get it right, the first time. There are 2 Types of Investment For Commercial Properties A simple definition of each: Freehold: you own the land and the buildings on it Leasehold: you rent the property
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Being Arrested: Legal Advice At The Police Station
If you are arrested by the Police, you will usually be taken to the police station, held in custody in a cell and then questioned. After you have answered the questions required you will either be released or charged with a crime. Your Rights While In Custody The custody officer at the police station must explain
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The Understanding Of Right Of Way And Boundary Issues
Make sure you know where your land ends and where your neighbour’s land begins. Disputes over boundaries and right of way can cause relationships to sour. If possible, the best course of action in a boundary dispute is to settle the issue amicably. If an amicable solution is not possible you will need to hire
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How to Prepare for a Litigation
Litigation is the process of taking a dispute to a court of law. If parties cannot agree between themselves about the fair and proper outcome of a dispute, they will present their respective cases to a court for its judgment. It is a broad term that describes a long and sometimes complex process. How Do You
Legal considerations for Northern Ireland residents when driving in the Republic of Ireland
Gearing up for a road trip to Ireland? Follow this guide to prepare for everything you need to know about the driving differences between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Speed limits In the Republic of Ireland, the speed limits are 50 kph (30 mph) in urban areas; 80kph (50 mph) on single open
New Driving Laws In Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland has its own Highway Code which, according to the NI Direct website, is based on the edition used in Great Britain, but does contain some differences. Here is the new legislation you need to be aware of when you are taking to the roads in Northern Ireland: Speed limiters Rather than limiting the speed, as satellite
Legal considerations when signing a lease on commercial property
If you’re thinking of becoming the tenant of a commercial property it is vital to understand what you are taking on. Signing a commercial lease is very different to renting residential property, with a range of responsibilities that can come as a big surprise if you’re not prepared. Here are issues that every prospective commercial tenant
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