Human Law Ezine - August 2014 Welcome to this month's edition of the Human Law Ezine, please take a look at my latest blog posts: - Impotent Legislation Highlights Politicians Cannot Do Law
The recent report of the Rotherham Child scandal has not only uncovered failings with the police and child services but also exposed defects in legislation drafted by the Coalition government.
The Prime Minister, the Home Secretary, the Deputy Prime Minister and others may be calling for a certain Shaun Wright to resign/consider his position from his £85,000 per annum as Police and Crime Commissioner(PCC) but there is little they can do... Read full post here - DIY Probate On The Rise To Avoid Lawyer Fees
Dealing with probate it is interesting to note that according to the High Court, claims for mishandling a deceased’s estate have more than tripled over the last year.
The data shows there were 368 claims lodged for breach of fiduciary duty in 2013, up from 107 on the previous 12 months.
The claims range from theft of assets by the executor to fraudulent distribution of assets to favour certain beneficiaries of the will above others... Read full post here Please browse the following white papers - essential reading for anyone wondering how mediation works in practice: For information or advice please contact Justin Patten here. |