Civil disputes are private cases in which a party is seeking recompense or remedy for scenarios outside of criminal law. Civil disputes are governed by The Civil Procedure Rules (CPR). They are the framework for all civil claims and provide the rules that are used to pass judgement in these types of cases. They were specifically designed to simplify civil … Read More
The Use of ADR in Tenancy Deposit Disputes
Since the introduction of tenancy deposit protection legislation in 2007, millions of deposits totalling billions of pounds have been protected. At its core are three government approved tenancy deposit protection (TDP) schemes. Deposit Protection Service MyDeposits Tenancy Deposit Scheme Underpinning them is a robust method of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) used to resolve any disputes about the amount of deposit … Read More
Mediation in cases of contested adverse possession
Adverse possession is a law that allows someone to apply to become the registered owner of a piece of land or a property because they have occupied it for a sustained period of time, despite not having the owner’s permission. To many, it is surprising that a law allowing people to obtain title to land or property based solely on … Read More
What is ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution)?
With rising legal costs many people are looking to resolve their disputes outside of court. This is often achieved using Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods. But what are the options available for Alternative Dispute Resolution and what does each entail? Here’s our guide to the different types and requirements of each method. Mediation One of the most common methods of … Read More
What to expect in each type of mediation
If you’ve been reading our blog or researching mediation, it is likely you know will know why it is an effective method of alternative dispute resolution. You may even know about the different styles of mediation. But what can you expect during mediation and what type of mediation is right for your dispute? It is highly likely that mediation in … Read More
Styles of Mediation
Mediation has an important role to play in the UK legal framework. Increased court fees and a reduction in legal aid means alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and mediation in particular, are in the spotlight as a method of realistically resolving a dispute. Perhaps currently underused and undervalued as a way of resolving conflict, mediation has many benefits; not least the … Read More
Neighbourhood Disputes
There is a well known saying that the actions of one, affect the many. Neighbourhood disputes are a prime example of that. Without even realising it, we each have our own standards of acceptability pertaining to the area around our home and our neighbourhood. It seems obvious to state but this varies greatly from individual to individual. And therein lies … Read More
Environmental Issues
As property owners, it would be ill-advised to underestimate environmental issues that can impact the structure, infrastructure or surrounding areas of our properties. Particularly when they are through no fault of our own. Even the most simplistic issues, left unresolved and given time and credence, can quickly escalate into disputes. A calm, sensible approach to dealing with these issues, may … Read More
Boundary Disputes
When property lines are drawn but someone crosses them, what do you do? Encroaching on someone else’s property – even by a centimetre or two – can cause (and often does) some of the biggest property disputes. Even in the most simplistic scenario where the boundary is established, inconsiderate actions can still incite acrimony. And where the boundary itself is … Read More
Landlord and Tenant Disputes
The rental market in the UK is always healthy, largely due to the limited supply of land. To protect both tenants and landlords throughout the rental process, many legislations have been put in place by the government. Relevant to the legalities of letting, these legislations spell out the letter of the law, but they are not always helpful in maintaining … Read More
Right of Way Disputes
Habitual life in the suburbs can often form a set of relationship standards with those living around you. Formed as you go about your daily business, you probably don’t even notice the perfunctory smile as you pass on the footpath, or the cursory nod as you pass taking out the bins. All very pleasant. But what happens if those relationships … Read More