It’s The Law

If you're the victim of an accident whether it be at work, on the roads, playing sport or even at the hairdressers - how do you know when you have a claim?  Austin Lafferty explains the different types of compensation that could apply from Solatium to loss of current and future earnings.  He also looks at the evidence you need to gather to prove your claim, as well as the time scale you need to do...

Setting up business but not sure how to go about leasing a property?   Solicitor Omair Ahmed chats through the key steps involved in leasing or purchasing commercial property,   He explains key terms such as a Full Repairing and Insuring Lease,  Schedule of Condition, Tacit Relocation and how to avoid a huge dilapidations claim.

When a relationship breaks down, does anyone need to leave the family home? And what happens to the children and pets?  Do separating couples need to go to court?  In this episode, Austin Lafferty guides through the process of getting a divorce or ending a relationship, from drafting a separation agreement to working out the finances.

When couples break up, who gets to see the children and when, can often be a difficult issue - especially at times of celebration such as Christmas and birthdays.  Austin explains how to come to an informal agreement and when it might be time to go to court. He also chats about how other parties such as grandparents and step-parents can obtain rights.

It might feel awkward or uncomfortable, but Austin Lafferty chats through the benefits of prenuptial and cohabitation agreements for couples moving in together and who want to protect their individual assets.  

When do I need a Power of Attorney?  Should I transfer my property to my kids?  All you need to know about getting older from inheritance tax to care home costs, equity release and digital assets - with Austin Lafferty.

Fancy moving home but don't know your missives from your moveables? Solicitor Austin Lafferty explains the key steps to buying and selling property from choosing the location to LBTT, notes of interest to new builds, find out the best way to make your move as smooth as possible.

Solicitor Austin Lafferty talks through the reasons why you are never too young to write a will. From blended families, to owning property abroad, Austin guides us through the process and the legal pitfalls to avoid.