Insights
11th August 2023
Let’s Update You – Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2022
On 1 October 2015, landlords of residential properties became subject to two new obligations: 1) Installing smoke alarms on each storey of premises that are wholly or partly…
Insights
2nd August 2023
Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022
The Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 (the “Act”) came into force on 30 June 2022. The Act has the effect of limiting ground rent payable for most…
Insights
28th July 2023
Let’s Update You – Renters Reform Bill
Our inaugural ‘Let’s update you’ feature is live which will focus on providing you with the latest Property Litigation updates. This month’s edition covers the Renters (Reform) Bill.…
Insights
27th July 2023
Shareholder Disputes
Shareholder disputes can cause many issues for a company and for shareholders. It can cause disruptions in work and potentially cause the company reputation to come into disrepute.…
Insights
14th April 2023
Residential Possession: Is my Section 21 Notice Valid?
A notice pursuant to Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988 (as amended) is most commonly known as a Section 21 notice (but may also be referred to…
Insights
6th April 2023
Part 36 offer
One option to parties to settle a claim before going to court is a ‘Part 36 offer’. This is a form of offer used to settle all or…
Insights
5th April 2023
How to Rent Guide (March 2023): What Does this Mean For You As a Landlord or Letting Agent?
Following a postponed release date, the March 2023 version of the How to Rent guide was released on 24 March 2023. The How to Rent guide makes up…
Insights
1st March 2023
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (Amendment) Regulations 2022: What Changes have Been Made?
On 1 October 2022, the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (Amendment) Regulations 2022 (“the 2022 Regulations”) came into force. This statute amends the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm…
Insights
24th February 2023
The Supreme Court rules that Tate Modern viewing platform invades the privacy of NEO Bankside flats
After six years of legal battle, the Supreme Court have ruled that Tate Modern are liable in ‘nuisance’ caused to the residents of the luxurious flats, Neo Bankside.…
Insights
15th February 2023
Businesses seek expert advice as financial crisis looms
Swathes of East Anglian businesses are seeking advice on insolvency as they look to find a way through the financial crisis in 2023. Ellisons Solicitors, which has offices…