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The law never stands still, and the way it applies to you and your organisation is constantly evolving. Our people are on top of these developments and can keep you up to date with some of the most interesting aspects of these changes. Check out our articles and updates for our perspective on issues that might affect you.

Latest Articles

  • Key differences between being an attorney and being an executor

    Key differences between being an attorney and being an executor

    By Adam Bennett

    Powers granted under a Power of Attorney can often be misunderstood when dealing with someone's estate after they pass away. Many people believe that if they have acted as an attorney for someone during their life, then they have the responsibility to deal with that person's affairs when they are no longer alive. This is not the case - who has this responsibility will be determined by whether or not a Will was executed prior to the individual passing away.

  • Winnie the Pooh Day - We can all learn from Winnie's Wisdom

    Winnie the Pooh Day - We can all learn from Winnie's Wisdom

    By Megan Dunbar

    Winnie the Pooh day got us thinking: how can we bring a bit of that wisdom into the advice we give our clients. Whilst you may not be a honey-loving bear in Hundred Acre Wood, uttering the phrase "Think, Think, Think" when faced with a puzzling problem, it is perhaps a sentiment often echoed when considering personal legal matters.

  • Supreme Court rules in favour of businesses in landmark Business Interruption Insurance test case

    Supreme Court rules in favour of businesses in landmark Business Interruption Insurance test case

    By E-Ming Fong

    The Supreme Court has handed down its judgment on the operation of Business Interruption insurance policies, with particular reference to the effects of Covid-19. The Supreme Court has substantially found in favour of the insured businesses. Given the continual and fast-moving changes to the Government's instructions through press conferences in response to Covid-19, this is welcomed clarification for businesses and policyholders alike.