In aid of Alzheimer’s month, we will be discussing the importance of having plans in place to future proof and promote personal security. Therefore, this is vitally important no matter your age and should not be postponed until later in life. In order to gain control over your assets and decisions that are made later in life, it is best to get your affairs in order now. You can do this by making a Will and having Lasting Powers of [...]
The Official Injury Claims Portal (OIC) was launched in 2021 as a means for Claimants to pursue personal injury claims for injuries sustained in a road traffic accident. To be eligible to use the OIC the claimant must have been inside a motor vehicle (not on a cycle, or a pedestrian) and the value of the injuries should not exceed £5,000. The whole claim must also not exceed £10,000.00 inclusive of financial losses and is only applicable to incidents [...]
As we venture into the summer holidays, many parents will be thinking about the prospect of a holiday abroad with their children. However, if parents are separated there is always the possibility this could result in disagreement. In this blog we consider the top tips to facilitate amicable child arrangements to ensure that your children can make the most of their time off school. Parental Responsibility Firstly, it is important to consider who has parental responsibility for your child. If you are [...]
Pepperells Solicitors, who have offices in Lincolnshire, East Yorkshire and the North East have renewed their sponsorship of home town football club Scunthorpe United. In a statement from the club, their Chief Operating Officer Lee Turnbull said “It’s fantastic to have Pepperells on board as back of the shirt sponsor for another season. They have been loyal supporters of Scunthorpe United for many years and continuing to develop a strong bond with local companies is extremely important to us. [...]
Pepperells Solicitors are delighted to welcome Craig Day to the firm in a newly established role of Head of People and Culture. The new role will support Directors and Heads of Service in championing the values of the firm, supporting colleagues through their development and implementing new welfare and culture opportunities for their teams. Craig joins Pepperells following a successful career as a serving Policeman, culminating in leadership and change management roles. Craig has managed high performing teams for over ten [...]
Depp v Heard: “I, Johnny Depp, a man, I too am a victim of domestic abuse” In what has perhaps been one of the most high-profile defamation cases to ever grace our social media feeds, Johnny Depp (perhaps best known for his work as the rum-fueled Pirate, Captain Jack Sparrow) brought a lawsuit worth $50 million to ex-wife, Amber Heard (well-noted for her work in Aquaman and as a Human Rights Activist) over an article she allegedly wrote for the [...]
Dementia Action Week takes place the week of 16th to 22nd May 2022. Currently 850,000 people are living with dementia in the UK and the government suggests by 2025 over a million people could have dementia. Here at Pepperells we would like to help you ensure you have all the legal protections in place to safeguard you and your family. Ensure your family can assist with your financial arrangements and represent your health wishes if needed. We all hope we can make [...]
Today, thousands of parents across the country will have received the news about their child’s allocated school place for September. Family Law Solicitor Hannah Bell, shares her advice to parents who are not in agreement about their child or children’s school place. “Parents who hold parental responsibility for their child are entitled to have a say in choosing the school their child attends. When parents have separated, it is not always the case that both parents will agree on what school their [...]
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In a time where it is possible to deal with most things online, from ordering a pizza, booking a holiday even to dealing with certain legal matters. Whilst this may seem to be a practical way to deal with your important legal matters, you should be aware, that like with most things, they often are not as straight forward as they may first seem. Lasting Powers of Attorney are essential documents for all adults no matter how old or healthy. [...]
