When a member of your family, a close friend or loved one passes away and you believe there is a discernible error within their will left behind, or that it has not been correctly implemented, then you could have a valid reason to legally contest the contents of their will in court. The process of […]
The property market in Northern Ireland is continuing to thrive, and the increased demand is pushing up property prices, causing more and more homeowners to take advantage of remortgaging to free up capital. Reasons to remortgage There are numerous reasons why it can be beneficial to remortgage your home for example. You want to switch
Child maintenance is the financial support that is provided to aid the everyday living costs of raising a child whose parents have separated. To receive child maintenance, the child must be under 16 or under 20 and in full-time education not higher than A level. How does child maintenance work? The parent who does not
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Writing a will is something that we tend to push to the back of our minds, but putting a will together is extremely worthwhile because without one there are no guidelines in place about how you want to divide out your assets e.g., your money and your worldly possessions. With a legally binding will, you
Alongside workplace and personal pensions, the State Pension plays an essential role in retirement planning. Based on your National Insurance Contributions (NICs) record, it is paid as a weekly income entitlement once you reach your allocated ‘State Pension Age’. This can be different from the age you want to retire. What is a state pension?
Getting divorced or dissolving a civil partnership can be a difficult and stressful time. A divorce or family law solicitor will support you through the whole process, making it as simple and stress-free as possible by: listening to you and discussing your options with you telling you where you stand and what your rights are
The law and the terms used can be complicated to those who are unfamiliar with legal jargon. Unless you work in the legal profession or watch legal dramas on television, the terminology can be difficult to understand. This guide of common legal terms and phrases provides definitions of key legal terms that solicitors and their
Snow, rain, and ice are common cold-weather threats, but summer brings with it its own set of dangers. For drivers, the added traffic during summer because of holidaymakers is just part of the increased risk — construction, sun glare, and unpredictable weather patterns all add to the danger. There are also legal considerations which still need
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No matter what industry you work in, it is your employer’s responsibility to make sure that you can carry out your duties in a safe environment.
You must do several things before you drive a car or ride a motorcycle in Northern Ireland. These include registering, insuring, and taxing your vehicle, getting an MOT, and having an up-to-date driver’s licence. This is your legal obligation. The driver’s licence in Northern Ireland is made up of two parts, a plastic photocard and,
