Lyons Davidson Solicitors

See our new and exciting job roles listed below!

✏️Paralegal: https://lyonsdavidson.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3625472?cid=3228&t=Paralegal

✏️Trainee Paralegal – Motor Recoveries: https://lyonsdavidson.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3624614?cid=3228&t=Trainee-Paralegal-Motor-Recoveries

✏️Trainee Paralegal: https://lyonsdavidson.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3623768?cid=3228&t=Trainee-Paralegal

✏️Paralegal: https://lyonsdavidson.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3619924?cid=3228&t=Paralegal

✏️Landlord & Tenant Solicitor/FCILEx/Senior Paralegal: https://lyonsdavidson.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3602856?cid=3228&t=Landlord-And-Tenant-Solicitor-FCILEx-Senior-Paralegal

✏️Employment Law Solicitor - Employment Law Solicitor/FCILEx: https://lyonsdavidson.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3595815?cid=3228&t=Employment-Law-Solicitor-FCILEx

✏️Payroll Administrator: https://lyonsdavidson.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3590621?cid=3228&t=Payroll-Administrator

✏️Contentious Probate Solicitor/FCILEx: https://lyonsdavidson.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3567111?cid=3228&t=Contentious-Probate-Solicitor-FCILEx

✏️Paralegal (Claimant Personal Injury): https://lyonsdavidson.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/3558706?cid=3228&t=Paralegal

If any of these sound like something you'd be interested in, please get in touch! Or if you know someone who'd be perfect for these roles, please share this with them!

Dealing with the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to legal matters. ⚖️

This informative article outlines essential steps to take after a death, especially when it comes to ‘Wills’ and ‘Grants of Representations’ (don’t worry – we explain more in the article!) Equip yourself with the knowledge you need during such a challenging time. 📚

Follow the link below to read the full article on our website 👇
https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/what-to-do-following-the-death-of-a-loved-one-legal-formalities/

We had a fantastic time at the Usk Show this weekend! 🚜

Thank you to all those who came to our stand and had a chat with our team! We enjoyed meeting you all. 😊

Don't forget to join us this Saturday at the Usk Show!

When you stop by our stall, you'll have the opportunity to enter our exciting prize draw for a chance to win legal services valued at up to £1000.

Make sure you don't miss out! ⏳

The answer to the question 'How long can I take my child abroad for?' depends on many things.

If the other parent is refusing to give permission to take your child abroad, there are various steps you must take.

Read the full article on our website for more information. 🛫

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/can-i-take-my-child-abroad/

Is the end of the speeding offence fast approaching?

Sadly not, and, the rising number of speeding fines being issued seems to indicate that things may continue to get worse before getting better.

View our latest article to find out more. 🚗

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/is-the-end-of-the-speeding-offence-fast-approaching/

Congratulations to our Maxwell Gunning in the family team who has passed his Law Society Children Panel Accreditation.

This will enable Max to act for children via their Guardian in care and private law children proceedings and means that the department now has 4 Law Society Children Panel Solicitors specialising in this work.

Well done Max! 🎉

It is common for a house’s gutters, eaves and facia to stick out further than the walls.

But what can you do about it?

Read our latest article to find out more. 🏡

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/what-can-homeowners-do-about-overhanging-eaves-and-gutters-in-2024/

We are heading to the Usk Show! 🦙

After last year’s success, catch us at the USK show again this year on September the 14th.

Come and talk to our experts about our range of Private Client and Business services while your children enjoy our scavenger hunt!

We hope to see you there. 😁

Joshua Roderick from the Family department has recently participated in, and won, the Beast of Llangattock Ultra marathon. 🥇

What an amazing achievement and great representation of Lyons Davidson. Congratulations on taking first place, Joshua! 🎉

Limitless Trails

August is Road Traffic Accident Month.

Road Traffic Accident Month is an annual commemoration to all victims of road accidents.

Victims are often impacted in many ways, and our catastrophic injury team seek justice for our clients as far as we can achieve.

To read the full article, please visit our website. 🔗

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/what-is-road-traffic-accident-month/

As a consumer, when purchasing goods/services using a credit card, you may benefit from additional protection.

Alongside the retailer or trader, your credit card provider could be equally responsible for the quality of the goods/services supplied.

To learn more, please view the full article on our website.

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/what-are-the-benefits-of-making-purchases-via-credit-cards/

The King’s Speech included an explanation of the Government’s intention to strengthen the rights of people who rent their home.

Following the speech, new legislation will improve the standard of private rented properties.

Follow the link below to view the full article. 🔗

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/the-kings-speech-renters-rights-bill/

Currently there is a substantial interest in the developing area of law that is religion and belief discrimination.

Cases, such as that of Maya Forstater, have led to a particular focus on where believes are and are not protected as well as when employers can take action based on those beliefs.

If you'd like to read on, please visit our website below. 🔗

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/expression-of-belief-and-commercial-considerations-omooba-v-michael-garrett-associates-ltd-t-a-global-artists-and-another/

Expression of belief and commercial considerations: Omooba v Michael Garrett Associates Ltd (T/A Global Artists) and Another - Lyons Davidson Solicitors Currently there is a substantial interest in the developing area of law that is religion and belief discrimination. Cases such as that of Maya Forstater, which related to a contractor whose contract was not renewed following the expression of gender critical views on social media, have led to a part...

See our new and exciting Scotland-based job roles listed below!

Associate Solicitor - https://lyonsdavidson.current-vacancies.com/.../3511768...

Paralegal - https://lyonsdavidson.current-vacancies.com/.../3468118...

If any of these sound like something you'd be interested in, please get in touch. Or if you know someone who'd be perfect for these roles, please share this with them!

Whilst it is compulsory for drivers to have insurance to drive in the UK, not every driver has it. So what happens if you are involved in a traffic accident with an uninsured driver?

Fortunately, in this situation, the Motor Insurer’s Bureau (MIB) would be able to assist.

For more information, see our latest article below. 🚗

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/what-happens-when-you-are-hit-by-an-uninsured-car/

Section 146 of TULRCA provides that a worker has the right not to be subjected to any detriment, short of dismissal, by their employer if the sole or main purpose is to prevent or deter them from taking part in trade union activities, or to penalise them from doing so.

However, this protection only applies if those activities take place at an ‘appropriate time’.

To view our article on the recent judgement of Mercer v Alternative Fuel Group, click the link below. 🔗

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/supreme-court-rules-uk-trade-union-law-incompatible-with-article-11-of-the-european-convention-on-human-rights/

Supreme Court rules UK Trade Union Law incompatible with Article 11 of the European Convention on Human Rights - Lyons Davidson Solicitors In the recent judgement of Mercer v Alternative Fuel Group, the Supreme Court has ruled that Section 146 Trade Union Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992 (TULRCA) is incompatible with Article 11 of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). Section 146 of TULRCA provides that a worker has....

The new Paternity Leave (Amendment) Regulations 2024 came into force on 8 March 2024. What do they mean for expecting parents and those adopting?

Under the new regulations, the employee taking paternity leave will be able to choose to take either a single period of leave of either one week or two weeks, or two non-consecutive periods of leave of a week each.

To read on, please visit the link below. 👨‍👧

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/changes-to-rights-relating-to-paternity-leave-and-how-they-impact-employees/

Changes to rights relating to Paternity Leave and how they impact employees - Lyons Davidson Solicitors The new Paternity Leave (Amendment) Regulations 2024 came into force on 8 March 2024. What do they mean for expecting parents and those adopting?   The regulations only apply in respect of children: whose expected week of birth begins after 6 April 2024; or children who are expected to be placed fo...

Following on from the recent Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day, we now embark on a series of articles dealing with spinal cord injury claims.

In this first article, linked below, we look at the anatomy of the spine and provide an overview of the potential conditions as a consequence of a spinal injury.

Claims flowing from such injuries require expert handling and a holistic approach to the litigation is key. We will be looking at these issues in more detail in further articles to follow.

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/spinal-cord-injury-the-anatomy/

Spinal Cord Injury- The Anatomy - Lyons Davidson Solicitors Following on from the recent Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day on 17th May 2024, which was aimed at raising awareness and understanding of the devastating impact of spinal cord injury, we now embark on a series of articles dealing with spinal cord injury claims. In this first article we look at the a...

June marks Pride month in the UK and various countries worldwide.

Despite advancements, LGBT individuals in many regions still encounter significant discrimination and mistreatment that heterosexual and cisgender individuals do not face.

The unequivocal response to the question 'Do we still need pride?' is yes.

See our recent article for more.

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/happy-pride-month/

Employees in Britain do not enjoy a general legal ‘right’ to strike unless otherwise prohibited by law.

Instead, trade unions only have the right to strike in situations whereby statute provides legal protections.

To learn more about the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Act 2023, please follow the link provided. 🔗

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/strikes-minimum-service-levels-act-2023/

As Brain Injury Awareness week draws to a close, our article today highlights the importance of acknowledging that while brain injuries alter lives and future plans, there are remarkable achievements after brain injuries that deserve recognition and celebration.

Follow the link below to view the full article. 🔗

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/brain-injury-a-positive-outlook/

As part of the Headway - the brain injury association 'A Life Re-Written' Campaign, surveys were launched in January to gather insights from survivors of brain injuries and their caregivers about the impact of brain injuries on their lives.

The survey, which gathered responses from 3693 individuals, consisted of 65% survivors and 35% caregivers aged between 18 and 61.

Participants had been living with brain injuries for varying durations, from less than six months to over 20 years, with injuries ranging from mild to severe.

Below are some key findings. To access the full article, please click on the provided link. 🔗

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/a-life-re-written-survey/

This week is Brain Injury Awareness Week.

To show our support for Headway - the brain injury association, we are distributing a range of articles that highlight the diverse effects of brain injuries on individuals, as well as their friends and family.

To read our article about how life changes following a brain injury, click on the link provided below.

https://www.lyonsdavidson.co.uk/life-changes-as-a-consequence-of-brain-injury/