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Dispute Over Control of Elderly Father’s Finances Ends up in Court
When family members disagree about who should look after the finances of their vulnerable relative, the court may be more […]
New Year Resolution for Adopters – Make a Will!
I sat with Alison as we talked about her 19 year old son. She was in despair about his behaviour […]
New Year’s Resolutions
With the New Year come resolutions to improve our lives. These can range from buying membership at the local gym […]
Financial Settlement Forms E
It has been a matter of some news since last Friday that the Ministry of Justice Form E has been […]
Domestic Abuse Reports Have Risen 31% in Two Years
Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary (HMIC) has yesterday announced that reports of domestic abuse have increased by 31% in the […]
Adoptive Parents and the Misuse of Section 20
What do adoptive parents do when they realise they simply can’t continue caring for their damaged adopted child? They turn […]
Woman Who Wanted Life to Sparkle Allowed to Refuse Medical Treatment
A woman who was allowed to refuse medical treatment, after having been found to have capacity to do so, has […]
Court Rules Suicidal Woman Mentally Capable to Refuse Medical Treatment
In a groundbreaking case before the Court of Protection this month a 50 year old woman has been found to […]
All I want for Christmas…
Christmas can be a stressful time for separated parents when arranging contact with the children over the festive period. At […]
Carers Rights Day Event at Ridley & Hall Solicitors
Huddersfield solicitors Ridley & Hall held a drop in legal advice session at their office in Market Street on Friday […]
