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Prenuptial Agreements – The Death of Romance?

Unfortunately, in the UK over 40% of marriages end in divorce. As such, an increasing number of couples are using prenuptial agreements to set out how they wish to proceed in the event of a divorce. In this article, Joanna Gardiner from our Family team look at prenuptial agreements.

October 17, 2023 Read more

Move it or lose it – How to safely dispose of a tenant’s unwanted possessions

Landlords often ask us what they can do with items left behind by tenants on moving out of residential premises. This is a very common problem for landlords and one that can be misunderstood and mishandled. Often the answer is not straightforward and should be handled with care. In this article, George Pearce looks at how to appropriately handle this situation.

October 16, 2023 Read more

BCR Law LLP supports local sports by sponsoring Madeira FC

We are thrilled to be one of the main sponsors for Madeira FC. We are a local firm with a local focus and when deciding how we can give back to the community, Madeira FC was an obvious choice. Find out more about our partnership with the team.

October 16, 2023 Read more

6 key life moments when you should review your will

Your will is an ever-evolving document, a testament to your life. It should be reviewed and updated periodically, at least every few years, to ensure your wishes are accurately recorded and followed by those who survive you. In this article, Kelsi Rendell highlights 6 key moments that should prompt you to review your will.

September 28, 2023 Read more

Making CSR Authentic

In this article, CEO Paul Coleshill discusses the importance of authentic Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategies, emphasising the need for CSR initiatives to align with a company's core values rather than serving as just marketing tools.

September 22, 2023 Read more

Clinical Negligence – Your Right to Competent Medical Treatment

In this article, Partner Christina Hall discusses the duty of care that medical practitioners owe to their patients and the concept of clinical negligence. In it, Christina emphasises that healthcare professionals must provide medical care at a competent standard, and if they fail to do so, resulting in harm to the patient, the patient may have a clinical negligence claim.

September 05, 2023 Read more

Residential Tenancy Agreements Explained

This article delves into the essential elements of an RTA, such as exclusive possession, property amenities, and fixed or periodic terms. It also outlines the key information an RTA must specify and highlights statutory protections for both landlords and tenants.

July 13, 2023 Read more

Domestic Abuse (Jersey) Law 2022 Comes into Force

In 2021, the Police attended 1,151 incidents involving allegations of domestic violence; 430 of which resulted in criminal convictions. Whilst the rate of reports of incidents appears to have dropped...

June 28, 2023 Read more
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