Garden predators invade the courts
Garden predators are taking root in the courts, as householders take action to fight off plant invaders that […]
News & Events
Is this crunch time for residential landlords?
Proposed new legislation is latest in a fast-changing landscape for private rented sector By Amy Cusworth, property law […]
Protecting and passing on your digital memories to your loved ones
In June, the Society for Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) launched a new “Protect your Digital Memories” campaign. […]
How does the Right to Buy scheme work?
Earlier this month, the Prime Minister announced an extension to the Right to Buy scheme in an attempt […]
Should children be involved in the mediation process?
Should children be involved in the mediation process? Going through divorce or separation is challenging, particularly if you […]
Navigating the gig economy and the choppy channel across to franchising
Navigating the gig economy and the choppy channel across to franchising Businesses looking to expand may consider a […]
Stamp duty changes ahead for multiple and mixed-use purchases
Stamp duty changes ahead for multiple and mixed-use purchases Property buyers looking to pay reduced rates of stamp […]
Business post must always get through
Side hustles, start-ups and other virtual businesses looking to avoid fixed premises costs need to make sure they […]
Check the ground rules to avoid boundary disputes
Spring, warm weather and longer days sees a surge in interest in garden works each year, and where […]
The power of naming and shaming – Solicitors Rotherham
The power of naming and shaming Hitting the right note when it comes to banter and pronouns in […]
New Tax Year – Solicitors Rotherham
New Tax Year – Key changes for 2022 you need to know about – Solicitors Rotherham As we […]
A legal guide to life after divorce – Solicitors Rotherham
A legal guide to life after divorce – Solicitors Rotherham If you have recently divorced, you may be […]
Sunak’s tight grip on tax cuts to tackle cost of living crisis – Solicitors Rotherham
Sunak’s tight grip on tax cuts to tackle cost of living crisis – Solicitors Rotherham Responding to the […]
Risk management when the commute is all at home Solicitors Rotherham
Risk management when the commute is all at home Solicitors Rotherham The Government’s Living with Covid strategy removed […]
When creators go for a song – Solicitors Rotherham
When creators go for a song – Solicitors Rotherham Singers Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith and Dua Lipa may […]
World Intellectual Property Day – Solicitors Rotherham
World Intellectual Property Day – 5 key steps to protect your intellectual property – Solicitors Rotherham World Intellectual […]
World Autism Awareness Day – The law and neurodivergence in the workplace – Solicitors Rotherham
World Autism Awareness Day – The law and neurodivergence in the workplace – Solicitors Rotherham World Autism Awareness […]
Rights of way: Using the UK countryside responsibly – Solicitors Rotherham
Rights of way: Using the UK countryside responsibly – Solicitors Rotherham In England and Wales, public rights of […]
World Consumer Rights Day: Buy now, pay later and the law – Solicitors Rotherham
World Consumer Rights Day: Buy now, pay later and the law – Solicitors Rotherham World Consumer Rights Day […]
What to do if an employee refuses to return to the office after working from home? – Solicitors Rotherham
What to do if an employee refuses to return to the office after working from home? – Solicitors […]
To pay or not to pay, that is the question… Solicitors Rotherham
To pay or not to pay, that is the question… Solicitors Rotherham Sick pay policies have been hitting […]
How has Covid-19 affected inheritance tax?
There is still much uncertainty about the true impact of coronavirus on all aspects of our lives. Inheritance […]
Back to work means business must keep the workplace Covid-safe
The Government’s latest lifting of Covid-related restrictions, allowing business to return to the workplace, should mean worker welfare […]
Having open workplace conversations about menopause – Solicitors Rotherham
Having open workplace conversations about menopause – Solicitors Rotherham Employers should check they are having the right conversations […]
Working it out when things go wrong
by family law expert Sarah Scott of Rotherham based solicitors Oxley & Coward Solicitors LLP The ongoing pandemic […]
Can you claim compensation if you are injured skiing or snowboarding? Solicitors Rotherham
With the snow season kicking off in the UK, Europe, and beyond, many people will be flocking to […]
How to evict a commercial tenant
If you are a landlord of a commercial property, you may find yourself in the circumstances where you […]
Renting and repairs: My landlord won’t fix the heating, what can I do?
If you are renting your home, it is your landlord’s responsibility to provide heating and hot water. When […]
Storm Arwen: Who is responsible for damage and loss in commercial properties?
Storm Arwen: Who is responsible for damage and loss in commercial properties? Solicitors Rotherham With the UK recently […]
Christmas miracle undermines confidence
Christmas miracle undermines confidence – Solicitors Rotherham Privacy law protects intellectual property as well as celebrity secrets and […]
A time for giving?
A time for giving? Solicitors Rotherham Companies reminded of need for safeguards on corporate gifting Companies and customers […]
Mistakes to avoid when negotiating a separation agreement
If you have decided to separate from your partner, there are certain practicalities that you will need to […]
Mandatory arbitration process unveiled for commercial rent arrears
The government has unveiled its long-awaited plans for arbitration to handle pandemic-related commercial rent arrears, with a code […]
Return to the workplace: Making adjustments to the workplace for employees with a disability
As restrictions ease and more and more people return to work, it is essential that employers continue to […]
Talk Money Week: Talking to your family about your wishes for the future
Nobody likes to think about a time when they are no longer around and talking to loved ones […]
When the same rules have different results
It is ten years since the ending of the national default retirement age, when age became one of […]
Fireworks, bonfires and the law
If you are considering an at-home fireworks display or perhaps a bonfire, you need to be sure that […]
Offsides, penalty shoot-outs and the taxman
Football’s offside rule has been controversial since it was introduced in 1863, with many arguing it remains unintelligible […]
What counts as bullying in the workplace?
Experiencing unfair treatment in the workplace can be distressing and can have an impact on your life both […]
Notice periods revert for residential landlords seeking possession
October will see a major milestone in notice periods for residential tenancies where landlords are seeking possession, as […]
A royal lesson in keeping things under your hat
A judicial decision has seen the late Duke of Edinburgh’s will sealed for 90 years, and the value […]
Companies House rejects 800 company names: Guide to naming your business
When it comes to starting a business, one of the most challenging but interesting tasks you must carry […]
Leaving gifts to charity in your will
Leaving gifts to charity in your will – Solicitors Rotherham The International Day of Charity takes place annually […]
Property owners and their responsibilities
Getting to the root of the problem in boundary disputes Householders spending more time at home and in […]
Hope for holidaymakers when things go wrong
The dream of a tropical paradise became a nightmare, and a long-running legal battle, for one holidaymaker after […]
Why digital nomads can be a headache for employers
The easing of overseas travel restrictions is posing an unexpected headache for employers, who need to be on […]
Can you make a Power of Attorney online?
It is possible to make a Power of Attorney online, but whether you should is an entirely different […]
Gifting and inheritance tax: Explained
As part of inheritance tax planning, or simply as part of passing on wealth to the next generation, […]
Social media and the law: 6 things you need to know
The world of social media can often seem like the wild west of the internet. Everyone has simple […]
Understanding whether the force may be with you
‘May the force be with you’ is usually the concern of Jedi knights heading to battle in Star […]
Companies must be on track for Covid-safe workplace
Companies anticipating a return to the workplace in June, if the Government’s route map stays on track, should […]
Should you buy or rent a commercial property?
If you are looking to move your business, there is an important decision to be made around whether […]
Family law and the divorce process
Marriage breakdowns could head for their own lockdown The easing of lockdown may have been the catalyst for […]
Flexible Working: Your Questions Answered
As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the way we work and live has been forever changed. Many […]
Five tips for businesses dealing with unpaid invoices
Carrying the weight of unpaid invoices can make doing business challenging. The coronavirus pandemic has caused financial difficulties […]
Homeworking and the importance of cybersecurity risk management
Having staff working remotely has presented significant challenges for many businesses, but one of the most difficult to […]
Nonpayment of child maintenance: What happens if a parent doesn’t pay?
Under a child maintenance arrangement, child maintenance is usually paid by the parent who does not have day-to-day […]
Inheritance tax threshold frozen until 2026 – but why is IHT planning still important?
If you intend to leave savings, property or other assets to family or friends after you die, you […]
Kick the frivolity and take the higher road over inheritance
Inheritance disputes may have risen in response to soaring property prices, second marriages and blended families, with relatives […]
Sunak empties his purse for a pandemic-beating budget
Coronavirus lockdown keeps chancellor’s attention on the short term, with the promise of jabs securing jobs for an […]
Your rights in disciplinary and grievance procedures during coronavirus
While many workplaces continue to be affected by the coronavirus pandemic, employment law and the Acas Code of […]
Will Stamp Duty be Extended
If you are in the process of buying a property, you may have considered whether you will be […]
Property Law
New rights and the beginning of the end of leasehold Leasehold property owners are set for important changes […]
Family law
Avoiding a turkey of a Christmas when the family gets together With the pandemic putting relationships under pressure […]
Faulty goods and returns: What are my rights when returning faulty Christmas gifts?
It can be disappointing to discover that a Christmas gift is faulty, but fortunately, you do have certain […]
Property law / Landlord & Tenant
Landlords must gear up for new safety checks Residential landlords must get their houses in order with the […]
New year, new you? Why it might be a good time to write a will
There is no denying that 2020 is a year which will go down in history – for many […]
Employee monitoring and data protection
Why Big Brother needs to watch out when it comes to employee monitoring by Amy Cusworth, Corporate legal […]
Can I get out of a commercial lease early?
COVID-19 has had a significant impact on almost every business in the UK. For many businesses, it means […]
Conveyancing and stamp duty land tax (SDLT)
Property booms as home and overseas buyers rush to beat deadline Property buyers are fighting off the pandemic […]
Lockdown 2 and home improvements: When do you need planning permission?
With recent announcements from both the UK and Scottish government about further lockdown restrictions, you might be planning […]
Remote family court hearings – how do they work?
The introduction of social distancing in response to the coronavirus outbreak has caused disruption to many vital services […]
Private Client – Making a Will
Lights, camera, action… signing your will goes live Experts are warning against self-directed videos following the […]
Looking to make a will?
Looking to make a Will during #COVID19? Read about some considerations you might want to make here: https://bit.ly/3cu9FIX […]
Mental Health during COVID19
Are you, or an elderly relative, feeling anxious about #Coronavirus? @age_uk has put together advice to help look […]
Estate Planning
Are you looking to get your #LaterLife legal documents in order? Make sure you look out for an […]
Making a Will during the coronavirus
Locking up the legalities when planning ahead in the virus crisis NHS workers fighting Covid-19 on the […]
Family law and the divorce process
A toolkit for family breakdown in the lockdown By Sarah Scott, Family law expert with Oxley & Coward […]
Property Law – Landlords must comply with latest energy standards
Landlords must comply with latest energy standards Landlords of residential property could face high fines if they do […]
COVID -19
Following recent developments and updates to UK Government guidance, we took the decision to close our office to […]
COVID-19
Our doors have been open since 1791. At present we continue to keep our doors open whilst closely […]
Sunak splashes the cash in post-Brexit budget
New chancellor promises to support individuals and business as country tackles coronavirus threat Business rate cuts, cash grants […]
Mum and Dad need to get with it
Parents who help their children get on the property ladder are being urged to adopt a more professional […]
Time to talk about workplace mental wellbeing
Time to Talk Day on Thursday 6th February 2020 is an opportunity for employers to review policy and […]
Talking and teamwork to tackle Christmas break-ups
Divorce rates have fallen to their lowest level since the 1970s but breakdowns continue to spike after the […]
The new Tenant Fees Act
On 1st June this year, a new act came into force that has a profound effect on the […]
Back to school – what’s the law on uniform policies?
As Wath Academy makes the news this week about their crack down on uniform policy, what’s the law […]
When can you let your kids fend for themselves?
If you’re a parent, you’ll be familiar with how long it takes to get your children ready to […]
Contested probate – how and why wills can be contested
Distributing the estate of a deceased person is a challenge that often results in legal wrangles between family […]
A quick guide to making a will
Though it may be tempting to delay making a will until a later date, it’s essential if you […]
The question of surrogacy in the UK
It’s an area of family law that isn’t often discussed in public. Indeed, many people incorrectly think that […]
A rocky road to freedom of expression
Two recent tribunal claims highlight the challenge for employers in safely navigating personal expression by employees in the […]
Summary of E&D responses 2019
Summary of responses 2019
A rocky road to freedom of expression
Two recent tribunal claims highlight the challenge for employers in safely navigating personal expression by employees in the […]
It’s all in the planning when it comes to selling privately-owned companies
For the shareholding directors of many privately-owned companies, the end-game is focused on selling up before moving on […]
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Having surpassed last year’s achievement, we are pleased to announce that we have raised approximately £10,700.00 of future […]
Retail failures – where does it leave the customer?
The last thing that anyone expected was that high street giant Debenhams could shut its doors on so […]
Tax Update
On Wednesday 13 March 2019, the Chancellor Philip Hammond presented his second Spring Statement detailing some of the […]
April rains for employers with raft of new legislation
Gender pay gaps, itemised payslips and what to do about working rights for EU citizens – these are […]
Stepping up to the challenge of the sale board
By Dawn Cherry, conveyancing specialist of Rotherham based Oxley & Coward Solicitors LLP. Those thinking about Spring and […]