Following predictions of an increase in domestic violence as more people stay at home during the Covid-19 outbreak, Cheshire law firm, SAS Daniels share their advice to those concerned. Advice for Domestic Violence Concerns in the Household The home is often seen as a place of safety, but the … [Read more...]
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SAS Daniels explains how family courts are operating during social distancing
Family law Solicitor Zoe Worthington at Cheshire law firm, SAS Daniels, explains how family courts are still operating and protecting vulnerable people during the Covid-19 outbreak. Are the Family Courts Still Open? The family courts remain functioning despite the covid-19 outbreak with court … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Will Covid-19 affect spousal maintenance?
As the impact of Covid-19 affects all parts of our lives, Anita Scorah from SAS Daniels in Macclesfield, explains the impact that the pandemic is having on spousal maintenance. Covid-19 and Spousal Maintenance Businesses are closing their doors, employee’s hours and salaries have been reduced … [Read more...]
Wills FAQs answered by SAS Daniels
Social distancing restrictions have led to some changes and complications to how you might normally go about creating a will, and as reported in the Telegraph, there has been a 30% increase in the number of people enquiring about Wills and Powers of Attorney since the Coronavirus … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Can medical treatment be refused by an Advanced Decision?
Genevieve Powrie, associate at Cheshire law firm SAS Daniels, discusses the consequences of having an Advanced Decision in place, sometimes referred to as 'Living Wills' as, sadly due to the impact of coronavirus, more of us are giving greater thought about what will happen should we fall … [Read more...]
The importance of Commercial Lasting Power of Attorney for your business
With businesses having to think carefully about how they operate effectively in the current coronavirus outbreak, SAS Daniels' Aalia Ijaz explains how Commercial Lasting Power of Attorney can ensure your business can keep operating should you fall ill. Running a business involves planning for the … [Read more...]
Divorce bill set for delay because of Covid-19
With divorce rates predicted to spike as a direct result of couples being forced into lockdown with each other, divorce solicitor Anita Scorah from Cheshire law firm SAS Daniels says people should clue-up on their rights, especially as the Divorce Bill – heralded as the most radical change to UK … [Read more...]
SAS Daniels shows support by offering discount to NHS staff
Cheshire law firm SAS Daniels Solicitors is showing its support during the COVID 19 outbreak by offering discounted private client services and out of hours meetings to NHS staff. NHS staff have worked tirelessly during the Coronavirus outbreak, often exposing themselves to the virus in order … [Read more...]
Employment law team at Cheshire firm report 55% surge in calls
The employment team at Cheshire law firm SAS Daniels has seen a 55% increase in the number of enquiries from North West businesses and has revealed the top three concerns of employers. Since Monday SAS Daniels has seen an 55% increase in calls for advice from employers. Of the calls taken … [Read more...]
Medico-legal consultancy expands into Tytherington Business Village
Medico-legal consultancy, Collaboras Legal, has moved its expanding team into Oakfield House on Tytherington Business Village, Macclesfield. The team provide specialist support services to law firms' clinical negligence and personal injury departments nationwide, with clients including leading … [Read more...]
Covid-19 – Can Force Majeure be Called Upon?
With the coronavirus outbreak set to cause significant disruptions to businesses, Paul Tyrer, Partner at Cheshire solicitors, SAS Daniels' Corporate team, discusses “Force Majeure”, the clause in many contracts which allows a supplier or customer to suspend its obligations under some circumstances. … [Read more...]
How will coronavirus affect employers and employees?
With the potential for significant numbers of people being at risk of Coronavirus, Cheshire solicitors, Poole Alcock, answer the question: how will this affect the employers and employees? Sick Leave Entitlement As it currently stands, Employees are only entitled to sick pay if they are able … [Read more...]