Cheshire law firm, SAS Daniels, explains the recent temporary changes to stamp duty, announced by the Chancellor. On 8th July, Rishi Sunak revealed a temporary stamp duty holiday for homes under £500,000, as well as reduced rates for investment properties and second homes under the scheme in a … [Read more...]
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Expert Opinion: 5 key considerations for businesses as they reopen
As regulations and restrictions begin to relax, allowing more companies to return to their workplaces, Cheshire law firm SAS Daniels discusses the key considerations businesses should make when they reopen. Employers across the country are reopening for business and bringing their employees back … [Read more...]
‘No Fault Divorce’ unlikely before Autumn 2021 warns SAS Daniels
Cheshire law firm, SAS Daniels, have warned that despite passing through Parliament in June, the 'No Fault Divorce Bill' is unlikely to come into effect until Autumn 2021. The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill, was first proposed several years ago. The bill has received much publicity due … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Terminating an Agency Agreement
Terminating an agency agreement with a third-party is one way businesses have looked to mitigate the impact of the Covid-19 on their finances. Cheshire law firm, SAS Daniels, explains that an agency agreement can be subject to different regulations, and have set out what you need to know before … [Read more...]
Wilmslow solicitors prepares action against MoD for Iraq War veterans
Wilmslow solicitors, Hilary Meredith, has announced it has begun preparing legal action against the Ministry of Defence (MoD) for falsely accused service personnel. The action relates to Iraq War veterans falsely accused of brutality and abuses against Iraqi civilians between 2003 and 2009 … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Wills for Business Owners – Why Is It Important?
Vicky Timothy, Senior Associate Solicitor at Cheshire law firm SAS Daniels’ Private Client team, outlines some of the unique risks for business owners of dying without a will in place and the benefits on preparing a will. There are many reasons why business owners should ensure that they have a … [Read more...]
Divorce enquiries rise four-fold at Cheshire solicitors
Cheshire solicitors, SAS Daniels, have reported a four-fold rise in divorce enquiries as lockdown restrictions are eased, showing the strain the coronavirus pandemic has placed on relationships. SAS Daniels, which has offices in Chester, Congleton, Macclesfield and Stockport, say the figures … [Read more...]
Business Interruption Insurance test case challenges insurers
Insurers are being challenged by a test case being progressed by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to resolve disputes regarding business interruption insurance claims due to the coronavirus pandemic. Cheshire law firm, SAS Daniels, explains why claims are being disputed and what impact the … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: How do I sign my will observing social distancing?
Aalia Ijaz from the Private Client team at Macclesfield law firm, SAS Daniels, answers one of the team's most frequently asked questions during the Covid-19 pandemic: How do I sign my will in light of the social distancing rules? In a short video, Aalia, an associate solicitor at the firm, … [Read more...]
Wilmslow solicitors makes partner promotions
Wilmslow based Hilary Meredith Solicitors has announced two promotions at the firm, with Adrian Mullen and Lucia Parkinson rising to partners. The announcements follow a strong year of performance for the Wilmslow solicitors, which specialises in military law and personal injury and clinical … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Childcare arrangements during lockdown
Family law solicitors at Cheshire firm, SAS Daniels, have shared their advice following an uptick in enquiries around childcare arrangements for separated parents during the coronavirus lockdown. Many children are now not expected to return to full time education until the autumn, meaning … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Relationships in decline during lockdown
Claire Porter, Senior Associate in the Family Law team at Cheshire law firm SAS Daniels, discusses what help those in relationships that are in terminal decline can still receive during lockdown. Claire (pictured) explains in a short video what couples are able to do themselves. She also advises … [Read more...]