Despite the increase in available Inheritance Tax (IHT) allowances, HM Revenue and Customs have announced that the payment of IHT has broken the £5billion barrier for the first time in...
Receiving a grievance from an employee is rarely welcome – dealing with it can soak up resources, cause disquiet among other employees and in some cases escalate into a dispute...
When you are purchasing a leasehold property you should be aware that ground rent and service charge are likely to apply on an annual basis throughout your ownership of the...
This business briefing explains what a company voluntary arrangement (CVA) is and highlights what the main advantages and disadvantages of a CVA are for a business. A CVA is a...
This business briefing explains what compulsory liquidation means for a creditor of a business that is in the process of being wound up by the court. Compulsory liquidation (or winding up...
Leading Essex Law firm Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jolyon Berry Ltd as a new partner in the firm. Employment Solicitor Jolyon, the...
The Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) Residential Property team discuss mines and mineral rights and explains how they can affect your property purchase or ownership. The mines and minerals contained...
If you are considering selling part of your land or garden, which has become much more common in recent years, there are number of factors to consider as follows: Mortgage...
Selling a property can be quite a stressful time, and that’s before you even think about all of the packing to be done! There are a few things you can...
Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) Solicitors was pleased to once again jointly sponsor the Colchester Forum Rotary Club’s fifth annual Junior Choir competition with Colchester McDonald’s. This year the competition...
Fiona Ashworth, Thompson Smith and Puxon Wills & Estates Team Leader, discusses gifting. With Christmas fast approaching I am sure many of you are thinking about making Christmas gifts, but...
The UK government announced last night amended proposals to increase the fees charged for obtaining a grant of probate on death. Currently the fees are £215 for a personal application,...
Bowls of fresh fruit and mindfulness sessions are becoming increasingly common in the workplace as employers try to promote the wellbeing of their staff. A successful wellbeing strategy can improve...
During a year in which Essex-based Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) has continued to grow, the Legal 500 has recognised and confirmed the firm’s on-going commitment to client service and...
On Tuesday 10th October the Supreme Court ruled that the bakery in the high profile ‘gay cake’ case had won their appeal against a discrimination claim. The Employment Law team...
The government has introduced new legislation to give parents who have lost a child up to two weeks paid leave. The Parental Bereavement (Leave and Pay) Act 2018 will entitle...
Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) solicitors is pleased to announce that it has once again been awarded the Lexcel accreditation, the Law Society’s legal practice mark for practice management and...
If you keep up to date with the news then it is highly likely that you will have read at least one article recently relating to Japanese Knotweed. News reports...
On 12 September 2018 the Government published the Agriculture Bill 2018. The Bill sets out a way forward and provides a legislative framework for new domestic agricultural policy as the...
This year Chelmsford Cathedral was chosen to be a part of the National Harvest Service and to host the Harvest Torch. The Torch, which symbolises the harvest, was blessed in...
Colchester and Clacton-based law firm Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) is pleased to announce a new addition to the Commercial Property team, Solicitor Kriti Sherchan, who undertakes all types of...
The government has released figures showing that more than 200,000 workers were paid less than the minimum wage in 2017/18, totalling a record £15.6 million underpayment. The results were published...
If the unthinkable were to happen and you died suddenly, if appropriate, the hospital will approach your family to ask if you wanted to donate your organs. How would your...
Local law firm Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) has been shortlisted for the Law Society’s prestigious Excellence Awards, the highest accolade for law firms in England and Wales, in the...
TSP’S Residential Property team discusses the importance of effective communication when dealing with your legal advisor, whatever your matter may concern, but, in particular, highlights some of the pitfalls and...
Have you given consideration to what will happen to your business if you die? The legal position varies depending on the structure for the business, but in all types of...
Have you given consideration to what will happen to your business if you, or your co-owner, die? The legal position varies depending on the structure of the business, but in...
There have been a growing number of articles in the media recently relating to “Down Valuing”, but what is it? The Thompson Smith and Puxon (TSP) Residential Property team, explain....
Fly-tipping – the illegal dumping of rubbish and household waste – is an ever increasing problem. Tendring Council warn that householders should be aware that rogue-traders, who are not licensed...
TSP is pleased to once again sponsor the Clacton Rotary Club Charity Car Park for this year’s Air Show. Taking place on Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th August, this year’s Show will,...