News
Campaigners call for tougher laws to protect Stalking Victims
16th May 2012There are currently as many as 120,000 cases of stalking in the UK every year. However, only 2% of the 53,000 cases that are reported to the Police end in criminal convictions. [read more]
Legal Services Board calls for further regulations
15th May 2012Some people may call the United Kingdom a Nanny State, subject to too much red-tape and legislation to understand or to have to consider. However much this may be true in some areas, in the area of will-writing there are calls from professional bodies for further regulation to be put in place to protect consumers. [read more]
Dispute over control
15th May 2012The Court of Appeal has recently given judgment in an anticipated case, providing an important authority on a partys obligation to disclose documents within their control in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR). [read more]
News Archive
Summer Work Experience Placements 15th March 2012
Gepp & Sons is pleased to announce that it is offering four, week long, summer placements at their Chelmsford Office in 2012.
Landmark case allowed to proceed 14th March 2012
Tony Nicklinson recently asked the High Court to rule that if a doctor assisted him to die, that such a doctor would not then be subject to prosecution for any murder charge.
Chelmsford achieves CITY status 14th March 2012
In news released from the Cabinet Office this morning Chelmsford was declared a City.
Law Commission Report on Easements seeks to modernise the law relating to easements. 13th March 2012
On 8th June 2011 the Law Commission published a report, in relation to third party rights over land, namely covenants and easements.
Tighter control needed on overseas contracts . 12th March 2012
Contracts with overseas customers must clearly state which country's law will apply to the contract and which courts have jurisdiction. Any other details must then be consistent with the basic terms concerning the applicable law and jurisdiction.
The restriction of easement rights ? 9th March 2012
Concern may arise when more than one person has the benefit of an easement.
Struggling businesses dealt a double blow when landlords won't let go. 7th March 2012
Hard hit businesses are being dealt a double blow as landlords refuse to accept break clauses when rents have been late, and experts are now warning companies to check the small print before signing new leases.
Privileged Wills 6th March 2012
Privileged Wills are made by those who are on active military service, either working in an operational area in the Forces or are just about to be posted to one.
Protecting your Assets on Divorce 5th March 2012
The divorce process can be a costly and emotional experience. As approximately 50% of marriages end in divorce, it is highly practical to make arrangements prior to marriage, should this unfortunate event arise.
Trademarks 29th February 2012
Registering a trade mark is an effective way to protect your firm's reputation and is essential for any business.
