£20m committed to supporting victims of domestic abuse
The government have said they are committing £20m to support victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence through a series measures announced this week. £6m will go to fund helplines across 8 charities, including: Refuge who run the National Domestic Abuse helpline; Hourglass, a charity supporting older victims; SignHealth who support victims who are Deaf; […]
Chartered lawyer adds ‘another layer of confusion and complexity’ – Law Society hit back
The Law Society of England and Wales has hit back at the introduction of a ‘CILEX Chartered Paralegal’ as part of amendments to CILEX’s Royal Charter which provides formal recognition for CILEX paralegals. The Law Society has described the change as adding ‘another layer of confusion and complexity for consumers’ and fundamentally disagrees with the […]
Pets in Separation: Property or Family?
In the eyes of the law, pets are currently classified as chattels, which is a legal term meaning personal property. This definition groups pets with inanimate items like furniture or vehicles. While such a classification may be appropriate for objects, it sits uneasily with many pet owners who view their animals as cherished members of […]