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Employment Law

How much is the national minimum wage?

On 1 April 2019 the national living and minimum wage increased to £8.21/hour for people aged 25 yea

 Disputes (personal)

On what grounds can a will be challenged?

A will can be challenged on a number of grounds: Undue influence Lack of knowledge and approval, me

 Employment Law

Can an employee bring a claim for backdated holiday pay?

Yes, an employee can bring a claim for backdated holiday pay. The limitation period for bringing cla

 Employment Law

Should overtime payments be included in holiday pay?

In 2014 the Employment Appeals Tribunal ruled that overtime payments should be included in employee

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How should I choose a solicitor for my house move?

Once you’ve accepted an offer on your property your estate agent will ask you for your solicit

 Family Law

Are pre-nuptial agreements legally binding?

While pre-nuptial agreements are not legally binding in England, judges are giving increasing weight

 Corporate & Commercial

Do I need an IT or software agreement?

With constant developments in technology, the need for clear IT and software agreements has never be

 Debt Recovery

How can I improve my chance of recovering unpaid invoices?

Prevention is definitely better than cure when it comes to recovering unpaid invoices. To protect yo