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Avoiding problems with easements on commercial property
When you own or develop commercial property, the existence or creation of easements can have a significant impact on what you can and cannot do. Put simply, easements may be rights that you have over neighbouring property but also may be rights that owners of neighbouring properties have over yo....
Patient receives compensation after multiple medication mistakes
A patient has received damages of £7,500 after repeated prescribing errors by the Learning Assessment & Neurocare Centre (LANCuk) exacerbated existing psychological conditions. The patient has a history of borderline personality disorder, Adult Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (....
Advance care planning: Helping you prepare for the future
Over the last two decades, the number of people aged 90 or over in the UK has more than doubled, according to figures from the ONS. While it’s encouraging that life expectancy continues to rise, longer lives often bring the challenge of planning for future care needs. Unfortunately, the cost and ....
Trust report warns of “32 missed opportunities” at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, regarding treatment provided by paediatric orthopaedic surgeon, Kuldeep Stohr
An independent review commissioned by Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) has shed light on a number of missed opportunities within the paediatric orthopaedic service at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, regarding treatment provided by paediatric orthopaedic surgeon, Kuldeep Stohr - findings that raise im....
Leaseholder challenges unfair service charge – a case study
If a landlord, freeholder or managing agent is planning to use service charge to fund major works or enter into a long-term agreement, they must consult leaseholders first. If this process is not followed, leaseholders can challenge the demand. The following case study provides an example of this, ....
A lesson for landlords – how to minimise disputes and avoid unnecessary legal costs
Our Dispute Resolution team has recently worked on a case which highlights the importance of landlords ensuring they are fully compliant with all their legal obligations. Read our case study to find out what happened when a landlord attempted to serve a Section 21 notice without fulfilling all thei....
Residential property litigation: explained
Property is often someone’s biggest asset, so disputes can be stressful, costly and time-consuming. Our team of friendly experts can assist with any kind of personal property dispute. In this blog, you can find out more about the litigation process. What is residential property litig....
Commercial property litigation: explained
If you’re a landlord or managing agent of commercial property, finding yourself in a dispute can be stressful, costly and time-consuming. In certain circumstances, it can be very challenging to find a solution without professional legal intervention. In this blog, we outline what you need to know....
Simply the best: top places to live in Hertfordshire and Essex
Finding a new home is hard enough. Moving to a new location can make the task even harder. From transport links and school ratings to green spaces and local services, there’s a lot to consider when deciding where to live. In the latest Attwaters Private Wealth Guide, we highlighted two p....
More patients could be at risk as mental health negligence cases soar
Mental health patients face an increased risk of receiving substandard care than before. The number of mental health and psychiatric negligence claims settled by the NHS increased by 73% between April 2017 and March 2025 – the biggest rise compared with 17 other disciplines. Negligent decision....
Mental health medical negligence: giving everyone a voice
The number of people reporting mental health problems has been steadily increasing. Yet the resources needed to support them is declining – especially within the NHS. According to the British Medical Association, mental illness beds in England have decreased by 24% since 2011 while the average....
High Court dismisses freeholders’ challenge to Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024
The High Court has ruled that the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act (LAFRA) 2024 is lawful, dismissing claims that it breaches the right to peaceful enjoyment of possessions under Article 1 of the First Protocol to the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). On the 24 October 2025, after a j....
