The last thing that anyone expected was that high street giant Debenhams could shut its doors on so many of its stores, problems at Mothercare have followed. It does go...
When considering succession planning, one of the risks that modern, well-established, diversified, farming businesses would do well to consider is the risk from ‘the young farmers’ broken relationship or divorce....
Financial abuse of vulnerable people by those acting on their behalf is on the rise, with investigations into the actions of appointed attorneys soaring to a record high. With the...
More and more we see cases of farms (which have often increased dramatically in value over the years) being run by a partnership without any written partnership agreement, or on...
If you are a property owner, one of the biggest worries is that squatters will move into a vacant property and take up residency. If they are not removed lawfully,...
The modern age has presented many new living arrangements for the public. It is now the norm for couples to reside in property together before entering into marriage or a...
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) published its Inspection Report of East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust on 8 January 2020. The report rates the overall trust, which comprises...
Do you adopt or incorporate Incoterms in any of your contracts for sale or purchase of goods? Or do any of your trading parties’ terms and conditions refer to Incoterms? If...
If you are involved in a relationship breakdown, there are a number of things that you need to think carefully about and sort out, especially if you are embarking on...
A new year brings new beginnings and with this in mind, here are a number of ways our specialist Family Law team can help you embark on the new challenges...
We are all familiar with the need to produce ID documents when opening a bank or building society account, or instructing a solicitor or accountant. Counter-terrorism, money laundering and fraud...
The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that overall rates of divorce have reduced, falling to their lowest level since the 1970s. However, relationship breakdowns continue...
What should you do if you receive notice of a winding up petition against your company? The main advice is do not ignore it!! The consequences of receiving such a...
Given the current unpredictability of the economy due to, not least in part, political considerations and generally difficult trading conditions, companies may find themselves facing cash flow issues or worrying...
This year TSP decided to once again join in with the festive fun and support Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper day campaign on Friday 13th December! The idea was that...
This business briefing highlights some practical steps that a business can take to reduce the risk of adverse weather affecting an employee’s travel to work. There are many reasons why employees...
Christmas brings a round of festive celebrations with drinks, dinners and bottles of wine shared between customers and suppliers, but whether giving or receiving, businesses need to keep up with...
The Directors and Staff of Thompson Smith and Puxon wish all our clients and professional contacts the very best for Christmas and the New Year. Our offices will be closed...
There are times when relatives or interested parties may want to contest a will because they feel it does not reflect the wishes of the deceased. Sometimes there are disagreements...
Family disputes can be difficult to deal with at the best of times, but what if there is a business involved? There are a number of ways families can manage...
Congratulations Toby Wheeler, Pride of Essex! On Tuesday evening Toby was crowned Inspirational Youth 2019 at the Pride of Essex Awards. Toby is truly inspirational. During 2019 he has been...
Threatening a winding-up petition as a means of collecting a debt from a corporate debtor is a powerful tool but carries with it many risks. The mere threat of a...
The process of clinical negligence litigation offers an opportunity to patients, and their families, affected by a medical accident or poor medical care to seek answers and redress for avoidable...
Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) is pleased to announce a new addition to the Corporate and Commercial team, Solicitor Nicola Rout. Nicola advises clients on a broad range of Corporate...
The countdown to Christmas has begun and whilst you may be starting your Christmas shopping and making plans with family and friends, if you are involved in a separation or...
Here we go again! This year is the sixth year of the highly prestigious annual junior school choir competition, organised by the Forum Rotary Club in Colchester. TSP is delighted...
The Agricultural Law Association (ALA) is devoted to the law and business of the countryside. It has a wide membership of professionals from across the agricultural sector, including lawyers, surveyors,...
In support of the Law Society’s Pro Bono Week, which runs from Monday 04 November 2019 to Friday 08 November 2019, lawyers from Thompson Smith and Puxon have been getting involved...
Record property values and family structures make inheritance planning a growing issue yet research shows that more than half of adults in the UK do not have a will in...