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The government’s proposed changes to the probate system have already come under fire from the Law Society and solicitors; however, they have now been heavily criticised by a backbench Conservative MP. … [Read more...] about Government plans for probate charge increases criticised by Tory backbencher

The cost of inheriting is set to increase, thanks to a new government proposal to raise probate fees in line with the value of an estate. … [Read more...] about Ministry of Justice confirms large hike in probate fees to fund courts and tribunals service

Lord chancellor, Liz Truss, has finally announced that the discount rate applied to personal injury compensation payments will be slashed from 2.5 per cent to minus 0.75 per cent with effect from 20 … [Read more...] about Lord Chancellor slashes discount rate but acknowledges there may be repercussions for the NHS

Although growing concerns have been expressed both from within the legal system and without about the unsuitability of a fault-based divorce system for 21st century living, the government has decided … [Read more...] about Government rules out new legislation for no-fault divorce.

A woman denied access to her late partner's work pension because they were not married has been told by the UK’s highest court that she is entitled to the payments. The Supreme Court ruling extends … [Read more...] about Supreme Court rules unmarried woman is entitled to her late-partner’s pension.

The Court of Appeal has rejected an appeal on behalf of an injured pedestrian in a crucial costs dispute. Lord Justice Briggs ruled that the claimant in Sharp v Leeds City Council was … [Read more...] about Court of Appeal rules pre-action disclosure applications subject to fixed costs