Things to Know PAT testing itself is not named as a legal requirement anywhere in UK law. What is a legal requirement is that employers, the self-employed and other dutyholders keep electrical equipment maintained so that it doesn’t cause danger, under regulation 4 of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and the general duties in […]
Tasers and stun guns get lumped together in most guides on this topic, and the underlying law does treat them the same way in most respects. Where they diverge, in the specific case of a device disguised as something else, is a distinction worth getting right, since it changes the sentencing exposure considerably. A taser […]
Probate isn’t automatically required for every estate. Whether it’s needed comes down to two things: how the assets were owned, and whether each individual bank or institution is willing to release funds without seeing a formal grant. Quick Overview: Joint tenancy: Property or accounts held this way pass automatically to the survivor, no grant needed […]
An unpaid invoice doesn’t just cost you the amount owed. Under UK law, you’re generally entitled to statutory interest and fixed compensation on top of it, and there’s a clear escalation path available before court ever needs to come into it. The Benefits: Interest: 8% above the Bank of England base rate applies automatically, even […]
A grant of representation is the court-issued document that gives someone the legal authority to deal with a deceased person’s estate, closing accounts, selling property, and settling debts, and without it, banks and other institutions simply won’t act. Does this Apply to you? Applies to you if: you’ve been named as an executor, or you’re […]
Damp and mould compensation becomes available once your landlord knew about the problem and failed to fix it within a reasonable time, and recent changes under Awaab’s Law have made that timeframe far more specific than it used to be, though only for social housing tenants so far. Evaluate Yourself Evaluate Yourself: you’re renting and […]
There’s no single figure that applies to every cerebral palsy claim. Compensation depends entirely on the severity of the condition, the care a child will need throughout their life, and the specific circumstances that led to the diagnosis. Settlements can range from tens of thousands of pounds for milder cases to several million for the […]
Ignoring a County Court Judgment doesn’t make it go away. It triggers a set of escalating options for the creditor, adds cost on top of what’s already owed, and leaves a mark on the debtor’s credit file that can last for years. Whether you’re the person owed money wondering what comes next, or the person […]
Yes, you can take someone to court for money they owe you, and the small claims process is specifically designed so you don’t need a solicitor to do it. Whether it’s a personal loan that was never repaid, an unpaid invoice, or money owed after a private sale, the courts provide a structured route to […]
The National Minimum Wage is the lowest hourly rate an employer is legally allowed to pay most workers in the UK. It applies whether you’re full-time, part-time, on a zero-hours contract, or working through an agency, and paying someone below it isn’t a grey area. It’s a breach of the law. Current Minimum Wage Rates […]











