by David Dexter | Aug 15, 2013 | Latest News
Highlighted in the news today are a number of cases where political parties have taken advantage of loosely worded Wills. Bequests to’ Government of the day’ have been taken to mean Political Parties in Government today. One wonders about the Executors...
by David Dexter | Jul 21, 2013 | Latest News
Ministers have now admitted the proposed new legislation to be introduced by 2017 will only help 12% of older people. Those who have to go into care will still be liable for the whole of their care costs if their assets,including their home, exceed £118000. Below this...
by David Dexter | Jul 7, 2013 | Latest News
A recent case where Executors of a Will are failing to claim the proceeds of an insurance policy indicates the personal liability attaching to their duties. The proper administration of a Will , which is called Probate, is the responsibility of the named Executors. In...
by David Dexter | Jul 6, 2013 | Advice Articles
Modern day living governed by out of date legislation can often mean your assets finishing up in the wrong hands after death. If you have recently divorced a new Will is essential for both parties especially where existing Wills bequeathed everything to each spouse...
by David Dexter | Jun 23, 2013 | Latest News
The death of a Business Owner should not necessarily be the death of the Business. A properly drawn Will containing a Business Trust can clearly define how the Business continues and who will own/operate it. A family should not lose this very valuable asset because of...