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LEGAL ARTICLES

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LEGAL ARTICLES

CHANCEL REPAIRS LIABILITYChancel repairs liability goes as far back as the medieval era. Even though large acres of land, which were previously owned by the church, have been divided and sold to different land owners, there is still the prospective for the owners of the land built on previously own land by the church, to have an obligation to pay for the maintenance of the church’s chancel.
THE MICHAEL JACKSON CUSTODY CASEThe guardianship Court case following Michael Jackson’s death has prompted many people to worry about their position if they died prematurely leaving dependent children.
HOW TO MAKE SEPARATION EASIER FOR CHILDRENDivorce and separation are not uncommon these days so many children find themselves living with one parent and having contact with the other. Issues often arise over the frequency of contact, whether overnight contact should take place, whether and how children should be introduced to a new partner and holiday contact.
SHOULD I GET A PRENUP ?‘Pre-nups’ are not, at the moment, binding in the UK although Judges can take them into account during divorce proceedings. However, the Law Commission is to consider plans to bring the legal system in England and Wales in line with other countries. It will look at whether pre-nups should be upheld by the Courts and under what circumstances.
WHAT TO DO WHEN A LOVED ONE DIES?When a loved one dies it is a devastating experiencing and there is obviously a huge sense of loss and shock and you will naturally be very upset and there all sorts of emotions. It is important at this difficult time that you seek the support of others and that you are able to express your feelings.
CONTEST A WILL - WHERE TO STARTSometimes, it may be necessary to contest a will. If you think the will is invalid, or someone has not been provided for sufficiently in the will then you can contest the will. When a will is created, to ensure its validity, a number of requirements are made.
HAD AN ACCIDENT? DO YOU NEED REHABILITATION ?If you have had an accident that is not your fault and suffered injuries then it is important that you receive medical treatment as soon as possible so that you can start to recover from your injuries.
TENANCY AGREEMENTS - WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOWAny individual looking to rent a house will need to familiarize themselves with tenancy agreements and the rights provided by such an agreement.