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11 Mar 2026 Executor Deadlock: What Happens When Executors Can’t Agree
When two or more executors are appointed under a will, the law expects them to act jointly. Each executor has equal authority and responsibility for administering the estate.
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9 Mar 2026 International Women’s Day: a global moment to recognise progress, opportunity and inclusion
Each year in March, the world marks International Women’s Day, a global occasion dedicated to recognising the social, economic, cultural and professional achievements of women. For organisations across industries, including the legal profession, it is also an opportunity to reflect on progress made, acknowledge remaining challenges and reaffirm commitments to equality, inclusion and wellbeing in […]
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24 Feb 2026 What Are the Legal Risks in Proceeds of Crime Act Proceedings?
When someone is accused of benefiting financially from criminal activity, the authorities can take action under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (POCA). These proceedings can be stressful, intrusive and financially devastating — often running alongside or after a criminal case.
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23 Feb 2026 What Mistakes Do Parents Make When Emotions Take Over Child Custody Disputes?
Disputes about where a child lives, now referred to as child arrangements or “lives with” disputes, are among the most emotionally charged cases heard in the family court. Parents are often navigating separation, a breakdown in trust, and significant emotional pressure, all while trying to adjust to new family dynamics.
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17 Feb 2026 What Do You Need to Know About Controlling or Coercive Behaviour?
Controlling or coercive behaviour is a criminal offence in England and Wales. It often happens behind closed doors and can be much harder to recognise than physical abuse. Many people don’t realise that what they’re experiencing – or being accused of – is a serious criminal matter until the police become involved.
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16 Feb 2026 What Should You Do If You Suffer a Hand Injury at Work? A Case Study on Severe Finger Amputation and £170,000 Compensation
A hand injury at work claim involving severe finger amputation and £170,000 compensation for unsafe construction practices began after a Lithuanian dryliner suffered a serious accident caused by inadequate tools and an unsafe work method. The injury produced long-term disability, significant treatment needs and reduced earning capacity. IMD Solicitors represented the worker and secured a fair settlement despite strong opposition from the defendant.
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9 Feb 2026 What Happens to My Will After the PM Law Closure — and Other Law Firm Shutdowns
The unexpected closure of PM Law Group and its associated practices has left many clients worried about the safety of their important legal documents — especially wills. In the last year, a number of UK law firms have closed suddenly or been shut down by the regulator, raising real concerns for clients who entrusted their wills, property transactions, and other legal matters to these advisers.
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9 Feb 2026 What Constitutes a Serious Eye Injury? A Case Study on Employer Liability for a Butcher’s Serious Eye Injury and £110,000 Compensation
An abattoir accident at work involving a serious eye injury raised significant questions of employer liability, and IMD Solicitors LLP secured £110,000 compensation for the injured butcher. This case involved an experienced worker who suffered permanent sight loss after unsafe staffing, poor supervision, and the absence of a proper line-stoppage procedure combined to create a dangerous working environment.
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3 Feb 2026 What Happens When Someone Dies with Assets in More Than One Country?
In an increasingly international world, it is common for individuals to hold assets, residences and family connections in more than one country. When a death occurs in these circumstances, the administration of the estate can raise complex legal, tax and procedural issues across multiple jurisdictions.
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