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We continue to be available to support you during these challenging times. Please find below our latest posts and articles relating to the Coronavirus and business and personal issues.
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With recent announcements from both the UK and Scottish government about further lockdown restrictions, you might be planning to fill your time with some home improvements. At the time of writing, tradespeople are exempt from lockdown restrictions and may enter your home to carry out necessary repairs. However, you should be aware that certain modifications...
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TSP is thrilled to be the first legal practice in the Tendring district to be awarded the ‘Working Towards Dementia Friendly Status’ from Tendring Dementia Action Alliance in recognition of our continued work in supporting and raising awareness of Dementia. We believe that research is key to improving dementia care and TSP is committed to...
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The Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 (CIGA), which came into force on 26 June 2020, overhauled the insolvency regime of England and Wales and introduced several new procedures for businesses to use when faced with impending insolvency. Obviously it became law against the backdrop of a global pandemic and the related financial consequences for businesses...
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The Job Support Scheme (JSS) replaces the furlough scheme and comes into effect on 1 November 2020. In this article, we answer FAQs about the scheme.
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Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) are pleased to report continued recommendations in seven practice areas in the Legal 500 rankings. Once again, directors Mary Anne Fedeyko, Fiona Ashworth and Jolyon Berry are highlighted as Leading Individuals and Kerry Addison a Next Generation Partner. Wills & Estates specialists, Aileen Hirst, Robert Ashworth and Sarah White retain...
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If you have suffered an injury, and someone else was to blame, you could make a personal injury claim. The other party does not need to be entirely to blame for your accident, and you might be able to make a claim where you were in part responsible.
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If you are setting up a business, you may have questions about which business model is right for you. The way in which you set up your business can have implications for tax, how you are paid, ownership of the business, who bears the liability for any business debts or losses, how business decisions are...
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As parents, we want to make provision for our children and this is even more important if a child has a physical or mental disability. Parents are often the primary carer and the ‘voice’ for the child, looking after them at home or making sure they are cared for in suitable accommodation, as well as...
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As set out in our most recent article, ‘Stay to be lifted and possession proceedings to proceed’, the stay on possession proceedings was set to be lifted in the court of England and Wales from 23 August 2020. However, on 21 August 2020, just days before possession proceedings were set to resume, the Government announced...
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It’s all about risk management these days! We may be over the first wave of Covid-19 related disruption but things may still be a little fragile, and the future uncertain. The ‘new normal’, sees many staff engaged in new ways of working while supply chains continue to experience pressures outside their control. Now is a...
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Experts are warning against self-directed videos following the announcement by the Government that legislation is to be introduced in September to allow wills to be signed remotely using a live video link.
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In these uncertain times, no matter how big or small your business is managing cash flow can be challenging. One particular difficulty for many firms is dealing with debt collection. Maximising debt collection should be a priority for your business to secure your financial future, but it may be tough to navigate during the pandemic....
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Proposals for the Renters’ Reform Bill 2019-2020 (“the Bill”) were formally announced as part of the Queen’s Speech on 19 December 2019. The Bill seeks to introduce reforms to make the rental market fairer and more effective, by improving security for tenants and giving them powers to hold their landlord to account. In turn, the...
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Further to our previous article, ‘The continuing impact of Covid-19 on possession proceedings – extension granted’, which detailed the extension to the stay on possession proceedings, provision has now been put in place in preparation for the lifting of the stay on 23 August 2020.
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Buying a new home is exciting, but you may be anxious about how long the process could take from start to finish. Understanding the stages involved and how long you can expect to wait before you get the keys to your new home can help you to plan both practically and financially.
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Doctors and other health professionals who became partners in GP practices after 1 April 2020 may be eligible to receive a £20,000 “golden hello” as part of a new deal for general practice.
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