Having valid insurance cover and an up-to-date MOT certificate is a legal requirement for all vehicle owners. Here is our essential guide to the consequences of having no MOT or insurance whilst on the road. What is an MOT? An MOT test is an annual inspection that is required by law on all vehicles in […]
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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
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
If you are thinking of becoming a commercial property tenant, you must understand what you are taking on. Commercial leasing is different from renting residential property, with a range of responsibilities that can come as a big surprise if you have not prepared correctly.
Established in 1949 by Harry McPartland Senior, H McPartland & Sons is a professional solicitors that offers reliable, comprehensive legal advice and services to individuals and businesses alike. Our services are competitively priced and offer Legal Aid. What does a Solicitor do? In Northern Ireland, the role of a solicitor is to take instructions from
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When it comes to the legal process of how assets are divided during a divorce, it can often be a complex task. When it comes to property, there are certain factors that must be calculated to figure out how the property will be divided between the two. If you should find yourself in this situation,
When it comes to being a tenant in Northern Ireland, there are certain basic rights that you are entitled to, depending on the type of tenancy you have. Though all tenants do have the following basic rights that are important to know so that if they’re violated in any way, you’re allowed to take legal
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When it comes to the principle of equal pay, women and men are entitled to equal pay for doing equal work. This is embedded within domestic law. In Northern Ireland, this principle is outlined and implemented through three pieces of law. The law on equal pay may seem complicated, but the purpose is simple, and
