Recent news items in newspapers and on TV continue to highlight the existence and practice of unscrupulous so-called "will writers" who are, quite often, inexperienced businesspeople simply looking to... Read more
Unfortunately, there are occasions when the death of an individual can trigger family hostilities and conflict.... Read more
Most often, a Will is proven without incidence. However, occasionally, there may be some dispute over the contents of the document, particularly if family members have not been included, and have not... Read more
In a recent survey held by Prudential, it was revealed that almost a third of couples aged over 40 know or understand nothing about their partner's financial plans for retirement, with more than a fif... Read more
An interesting study was carried out recently by the Journal of Medical Ethics, which asked doctors from all sectors of medicine, if their religious beliefs would interfere with a patient's wishes to ... Read more
Although the British public spends millions every year on donating money to charity, only a small percentage bequeath any of their Estate to charitable organisations in the event of their death - some... Read more
A recent survey carried out by Aviva suggests a growing number of people are attempting to pass on assets to their children whilst they are still alive, thus reducing the likely amount of Inheritance ... Read more
The Case of Daniels v Thompson highlights the importance of receiving correct advice and it also shows that disappointed beneficiaries cannot be certain of recovering damages. The advice given in ... Read more
The media recently highlighted a case whereby a man prepared a Will in the UK. Unfortunately his marriage broke down and he moved to France where, unbeknown to his UK family, he remarried and had ano... Read more
One of the key things you will need to decide when you make your Will is who to appoint as Executors - the named individuals who will organise your funeral arrangements and administer your Estateafter... Read more