What are a landowner’s remedies where access over their private road is blocked by protesters: the McCafferty case?
This issue has become particularly relevant following the decision of the Supreme Court earlier this year in R v McCafferty which considered whether there could be a public nuisance on private land. The background to the McCafferty case concerned six defendants who on 8 September 2022, participated in an “Animal Rebellion” protest at Muller UK’s […]
Why it’s time to review your Will
Most people write a Will with the best of intentions, then leave it untouched for years. The recent case of McDaniel v Talbot demonstrates just how quickly life can outgrow an outdated Will and why it is important to keep your Will under regular review. In 2014, Mark Talbot made a Will expressly excluding his […]
Expert Residential Property advice when you need it most
Buying or selling a home is one of life’s biggest financial commitments. Whether you’re stepping onto the property ladder for the first time, moving to a larger family home or downsizing, the legal process can often seem complex and stressful. Having experienced legal support can make all the difference. At Ware & Kay Solicitors, clients […]
Employers’ duty to prevent Third Party harassment is getting closer
Is your business ready for the new legal duty coming into force in October 2026? Ask yourself the following questions: If the answer to any of the above is yes, your organisation is likely to be affected by the new Third Party harassment duties under the Employment Rights Act 2025, due to come into force […]
Our farm is our family. We don’t need any employment contracts
This phrase is one of the most dangerous assumptions in any business. It is especially true if you are running a family farm on trust and goodwill alone. A significant number of farming and rural businesses are family run enterprises. In many of these cases the only employees are members of the family. These arrangements […]
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