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Can I Claim Compensation for Sustaining an Injury in an Unprovoked Attack?

Can I Claim Compensation for Sustaining an Injury in an Unprovoked Attack? The answer is YES.

Sills & Betteridge LLP Advances Integration of Sheffield Teams

6 May 2026
Firm News

This month, our Bell & Buxton Solicitors colleagues join us at our existing offices at New Oxford House, marking a significant milestone in our ongoing development in Sheffield.

Can I Take My Child Abroad if They Have a Different Surname?

Jessica Firth-Brown
6 May 2026
Law Blog
Divorce & Separation News and Legal Updates
Family Emergency

You can still take your child(ren) abroad with you if they do not share your surname, but being prepared will mean you can ensure that your holiday goes smoothly.

New Duty on Employers to Take All Reasonable Steps Against Sexual Harassment From October 2026

From October 2026, new and enhanced obligations on employers come into force, introducing the duty to take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. These changes build on earlier reforms and signal a clear direction of travel: employers must be proactive, thorough, and accountable in tackling harassment – this will include the conduct of third parties. The law has moved away from treating harassment as an individual dispute and regards it as an organisational risk that must be managed and prevented.

Moth Lessons When Selling a High Value Property

There is no legal definition of a ‘high value’ property. For insurance purposes, a rebuild cost of £500,000 or over is considered high value, but media coverage of the new council tax surcharge, for homes worth £2 million or more, highlighted how such properties come in all shapes and sizes.

The Rising Importance of Probationary Periods

From 1 January 2027, the law on probationary periods will shift dramatically. The long‑standing two‑year qualifying period for ordinary unfair dismissal will be replaced with a new threshold - employees will gain the right to claim ordinary unfair dismissal after just six months’ continuous service.