December 1, 2014
All Tallents Articles Children law Family law

Caring for the children – an explanation of care orders in child care proceedings

The Local Authority (LA) will always look to keep the child with their parents unless there are compelling reasons why this should not be. However, if there are any concerns for a child or young...

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December 1, 2014
All Tallents Articles Commercial law

An explanation of service charges in commercial leases

What are Service Charges? Service Charges are a key feature of leases where the premises, which are let to tenants, then make up parts of a larger building or estate. In these...

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November 14, 2014
All Tallents Articles Employment law

Holiday pay – are you getting it right?

On 4 November 2014 the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) handed down its decision in the landmark case of Bear Scotland Limited v Fulton in which it confirmed that holiday pay should include a sum of...

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November 4, 2014
All Tallents Articles Commercial law

What every company director should know – a guide to Shareholders’ Agreements

On a technical level, the question ‘What is a Shareholders’ Agreement?’ may appear easy to answer; it is a legally binding agreement made between the holders of shares in a...

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October 30, 2014
All Tallents Articles Employment law

Updated rights for expectant fathers

Fathers can ask for time off to accompany a pregnant partner to antenatal appointments On 1 October 2014,

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October 30, 2014
All Tallents Articles Wills

Changes to the intestacy laws

Who will inherit your wealth? Key changes to the intestacy laws explained If you die without making a valid will, then the intestacy rules will determine what happens to your estate. Ann...

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October 13, 2014
All Tallents Articles Commercial law

Commercial Leases – forewarned is forearmed

Understanding ‘Heads of Terms’ Typically in lease negotiations, the first stage will be for the Landlord’s agent to agree ‘Heads of Terms’ with the Tenant. Heads...

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October 9, 2014
All Tallents Articles Employment law

Increases in National Minimum Wage

Employers in Newark and Southwell! Do you know how much you should pay your employees? Do you employ anyone on the National Minimum Wage? Increases in National Minimum...

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October 8, 2014
All Tallents Articles Buying a home

Buying a house – a guide for buyers

Buying a house can seem like a long, drawn-out process with lots of complicated steps, but understanding the process can help buyers stay in control. Alistair Millar, partner at Tallents in Southwell...

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