Cycling offers a wonderful way to stay healthy and environmentally friendly, but it doesn’t come without risks. Bike accidents can result in serious injuries, often due to the negligence of other road users. If you were not at fault in a cycling accident, you might be eligible for compensation. Here’s a guide to making an […]
In the event that you cannot make decisions, a lasting power of attorney (LPA) allows you to appoint someone to do so. This could happen due to illness, injury, or other circumstances that affect your mental or physical capacity. When you’re unable to manage your personal or financial matters, setting up an LPA empowers someone […]
The legal process of probate ensures distribution of a deceased person’s assets according to their wishes or, in the absence of a will, in accordance with the laws of intestacy. For many families, understanding how long probate takes can help them plan their next steps during what is often a difficult and emotional time. However, […]
After someone passes away, a legal process known as probate manages and distributes their estate in accordance with their wishes (as outlined in their will) or, if no will exists, the rules of intestacy; this crucial step guarantees the proper handling of the deceased person’s assets and the settlement of their debts. In the UK, […]
Head injuries can vary significantly in severity, ranging from minor concussions to life-threatening trauma. While some injuries might present immediate and obvious symptoms, others can be subtle but equally dangerous. Recognising the signs of a serious head injury is crucial for ensuring prompt medical attention, which can significantly impact recovery outcomes. At Marley Solicitors, we […]
The duration required to resolve a housing disrepair claim is determined by several factors, which include: 1. The Severity of the Disrepair We may expedite claims involving severe disrepair that directly affects the tenant’s health or safety. For example, issues like severe damp or faulty electrical wiring that pose a risk to health often demand […]
A rented property that requires repairs to keep the property safe and habitable. The property can be rented from local authority/council; Housing Associations or Private rented sector. Has your Landlord neglected to make the necessary repairs? Not maintained the property to ensure you live in a safe and well maintained home? What is a housing […]
Here at Marley Solicitors we make no secret of the fact that we support the wonderful Cancer Research UK. We already partner with them offering a free simple will service to people in our area. This, in turn, helps Cancer Research UK improve and find new opportunities to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, improving survival […]
We’ve often spoken about Vibration White Finger (VWF) – often known as Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS). It’s a condition that affects thousands of people. Mainly those who have worked on the tools, particularly vibrating tools, for prolonged periods of time. Many sufferers don’t realise that there is help out there if you’ve been affected. […]
No one wants to think about if the worst should happen. But when it does, and you lose a loved one, often you need the service of probate solicitors. Here’s our short guide to all you need to know in that situation. What is Probate? In the UK, probate is the legal process that is […]