November 2023 / 20 posts found
Going Through A Divorce During The Holidays Can Feel Like A Punch In The Stomach
Going through a divorce is one of the most difficult life transitions a person can endure. Worrying about finances, the kids, and becoming a single parent amidst the intense emotional pain of the breakup can feel daunting, hopeless, and exhausting. If that isn’t hard enough, try going through a divorce during the holidays! Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s and all of those December parties and get-togethers you feel pressured to attend can make you feel like you’re getting punched in the stomach every day. In other words, you might be saying to yourself, “How am I supposed to be festive, jolly […]
Filing for divorce? Here’s why you need a good solicitor – London Business News
Going through a divorce can be an emotionally draining and stressful time. On top of that, the legal process of actually filing for divorce and sorting out the separation of assets can be complex and confusing. This is why having an experienced solicitor on your side is so important. Here are some of the key reasons why you need a good solicitor when filing for divorce. They know the law inside out The law regarding divorce and separation of assets varies between countries and is often complicated. A good solicitor will have an in-depth knowledge of the legal procedures, laws […]
The importance of business valuation in divorce proceedings: what business owners need to know
If a couple divorce, all the assets that they have an interest in jointly, on their own or with third parties, are considered relevant. In light of this many business owners worry about the value that will be attached to their business interests if they divorce. Businesses come in all shapes and sizes. Some are small businesses that have very limited assets and are just an individual working on a self-employed basis, either as a sole trader or through a limited company. For example – an IT consultant who works through a limited company. Usually few assets are owned by […]
Trade mark litigation: not so Easy?
Easygroup Ltd (EasyGroup) has long been known for fiercely protecting and asserting its trade mark rights. Indeed, it boasts ownership of more than 1000 registered trade marks on its website, with CEO Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou recently stating EasyGroup has a legal budget of £4 million per year to “take action against brand thieves, big and small”. Its registered trade marks commonly comprise “easy” as a prefix followed by a noun relating to the relevant product or service. This ranges from the well-known “easyJet” to the less well-known “easyDogwalker” and “easyStorage”. As well as using the “easy” brand in relation to […]
‘I’m divorcing my husband – he’s angry we have triplet girls and no boys’
A woman wants to divorce her husband for wanting a son so she can bring up her family in an environment where they will have better life after discovering what kind of man he is Her husband’s reaction to the gender of her children caused her to move out(Getty Images/Image Source) By Graeme Murray 16:08, 23 Nov 2023 A woman is divorcing her husband after he admitted he only wants baby boys after welcoming girl triplets. She says he has finally shown his true colours and she doesn’t want to bring up a family in that kind of environment. […]
Court rules on shareholder principle and privilege in G4S litigation
On 8 November 2023, Mr Justice Green heard an application by the claimants in the G4S litigation in relation to the defendant’s claim to withhold certain documents on the grounds of privilege. The claimants argued the documents were covered by the shareholder principle and were therefore subject to inspection by the relevant parties. The application was dismissed, as outlined by associate Francesca Bugg. The full judgment can be found here. What is the shareholder principle? The shareholder principle refers to the principle that a company cannot claim privilege against its own shareholders save where the documents came into existence in […]
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt accused of ignoring the legal sector in his autumn statement
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has been accused of ignoring the legal sector as he outlined his vision for the nation’s economy. Hunt delivered his autumn statement today including a cut in national insurance contributions and an 8.5% increase in the state pension. But measures specifically aimed at the legal sector were largely absent and the Treasury revealed later that justice spending will be unchanged at £10bn from 2023/24 to 2024/25. This is effectively a real terms cut, given that inflation is currently around 4.6% and the Office for Budget Responsibility predicts that it will not come down to 2% until the second […]
Want To Leave Your Employment? That Will Cost You! – Employment Litigation/ Tribunals
21 November 2023 Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. Uncapped Bonuses It’s the run-up to bonus season in the UK and there is a lot to talk about. While the markets may have cooled down, the caps are off! In a controversial move, regulators removed the regulatory cap on banker’s bonuses on 31 October 2023. Regardless of the industry sector you are in, if you are an employer and are paying out healthy bonuses this year, how can you ensure employees don’t take the money and run? […]
Kimberly Palmer: Taking these financial steps could help post-divorce recovery
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Jamie Lima remembers his divorce six years ago as one of the most emotionally draining and financially challenging experiences of his life. As a result, he resolved to use his professional background as a certified financial planner to help other people going through similar situations. “I want to make sure other people don’t step on the same land mines and be an advocate for them,” says Lima, founder of the Ramona, California-based Allegiant […]
Divorce and the Holidays: Tips From a Mediator
Divorce and the holidays can get complicated and challenging for many reasons. Feelings of anger, resentment, and hurt can often run high on the emotions list for divorced and divorcing parents. Add in the pressure they may feel to make sure the kids have a positive experience, and it can be a recipe for parental stress. It’s not easy—especially in the first couple of years, to navigate holiday schedules, including making decisions about where the kids will be for various holiday celebrations and school breaks. Keep in mind that the kids are likely experiencing their own anxieties, hopes, and […]