Many thousands of people receive medical treatment every single day. In many cases, this treatment is appropriate and effective. Unfortunately, things sometimes go wrong, and the patient ends up worse off. Here are the next steps to take if you believe you have suffered from medical negligence What Is a Medical Negligence Claim? A medical […]
The practice of law requires you to demonstrate several core skills and attributes. The skills you will be expected to develop to successfully practice law vary from communications skills to the team working and people skills, from sector awareness to the most important factor of all, honesty, and integrity. Here is McPartland & Sons guide
All employees have basic employment rights regardless of whether they work full time or part time. Part-time workers must be treated equally when working for the same employer and doing similar work under the same type of employment contract as full-time employees. Part-time employees have legal rights from day one of employment. There is no minimum length
Divorce proceedings can prove both emotionally and financially draining. The first step in any case involving a marriage breakdown is to decide whether issuing divorce proceedings is the appropriate circumstance. The last thing that any person going through a divorce wants to worry about is having to negotiate a complicated legal process to reach the
We understand that when making a compensation claim it is important to know what to expect. That is why at McPartland & Sons Solicitors, we aim to make the process as transparent as possible. What is compensation? Compensation is the settlement of money awarded to somebody who was involved in an accident that was not
Over Christmas, the times you can sell alcohol on licensed premises in Northern Ireland is different to the rest of the year. Licensed premises include businesses such as bars, restaurants, hotels, and theatres who hold a licence to sell alcohol. Some licensed premises have a ‘late licence’ that normally allows them to sell alcohol as
Arranging to formally manage a relative’s money for them is a big step for both of you. For them, it means giving up control and putting trust in someone else with their money and their decisions. For you, it means taking on the responsibility of family financials, it isn’t something to be done lightly. It
Most of our week is spent in a place of work, and so every individual deserves to be treated fairly to have a positive and enriching environment that cultivates career development and productivity. What Rights Do Workers Have? Providing all other qualifying conditions are met, all workers have rights to the following: Wage Rights and
Being involved in a road traffic collision can be a very upsetting experience with very serious outcomes. Here are some helpful tips about what to do if you are involved in one.
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A Power of Attorney is a legal document giving someone else the authority to take actions or make decisions on your behalf. It enables you to choose a person/ or people (called an attorney) to deal with your property, money, and other affairs. Who can be a Power of Attorney? The appointed person is known as
