Insights
28 Jul 2026
“But… I’m the next of kin!”
Being next of kin does not automatically give you legal authority. We explain what the term means for decisions, estates and inheritance.
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19 Jul 2026
The Executor Wasn’t Dishonest. He Was Overwhelmed.
Serious delay in administering an estate can justify intervention. It does not necessarily mean that an executor has acted dishonestly. James was appointed as the sole executor of his father’s estate. On paper, the administration was relatively conventional. There was a house to sell, several investment accounts, personal possessions and some tax issues to resolve. […]
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16 Jul 2026
What Employees Should Do Immediately After a Workplace Injury
Protecting Your Health, Preserving Evidence and Safeguarding Your Legal Rights. Workplace accidents can occur in any environment, from construction sites and warehouses to offices, factories and retail premises. While employers have a legal duty to provide a safe working environment, accidents still happen when health and safety procedures are not followed, equipment is defective, or hazards are not addressed promptly.
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14 Jul 2026
Digital Assets and Succession: Planning for the Modern Estate
In today’s digital world, estates are no longer limited to physical property, bank accounts, or investments. Increasingly, digital assets form an important part of personal and financial life. These can include:
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10 Jul 2026
Red Cards in Family Court: Five Behaviours That Could Cost You More Than the Match
The controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card reminds us of an important principle: whether in football or Family Court, rules matter, and poor decisions can have lasting consequences
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9 Jul 2026
From a Small Niche Firm to Medium Law Firm of the Year
For IMD Solicitors LLP, being named Medium Law Firm of the Year at the Manchester Legal Awards 2026 is one of those moments.
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2 Jul 2026
The Family Business Could Not Wait for the Probate Dispute
Sometimes the most important asset in an estate cannot simply be left untouched while a family resolves its differences. A substantial part of David’s estate consisted of his interest in a successful family business. Two of his children worked in the company. A third had pursued a different career and had no involvement in its […]
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23 Jun 2026
Can You Take Your Child Abroad Without the Other Parent’s Consent?
As the summer holidays approach, many parents begin making plans for family holidays abroad. For separated parents, however, arranging a holiday can involve more than selecting a destination and booking flights. One of the most common questions received by our Family Team at this time of year is whether a parent can take a child abroad without the consent of the other parent.
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22 Jun 2026
I Was Left Out of the Will
Being excluded from a will is upsetting. It does not automatically mean the will is invalid or that you have no legal remedy. The death of a parent is difficult enough without discovering that you have been left out of their will. Many people contact us in the days or weeks after probate has begun, […]
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