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What should I do if my tenant damages my property?
You may be able to claim for damages through their deposit or take legal action if the cost exceeds the deposit amount.
What should I do if my business faces a Home Office compliance visit?
The Home Office conducts audits to ensure sponsorship compliance. We offer pre-audit reviews and training to help your business prepare and pass inspections successfully.
What should I do if I think my redundancy selection was unfair?
Ask your employer for:
- The selection criteria used
- Your individual score
- The scores of colleagues in comparable roles, where available
- An explanation of how the criteria were applied
If the criteria appear inconsistent, subjective or unfairly applied, this could support a claim.
It is worth taking legal advice before your employment ends where possible.
What should I do if I have been caught driving while disqualified?
Driving while disqualified is a criminal offence with serious consequences. We can review the case and explore legal options to challenge or mitigate the charge.
What should I do if I am charged with a motoring offence?
If you are charged with a driving offence, seek legal advice immediately. Our solicitors can assess your case, explain your options, and build a strong defence strategy.
What should I consider before signing a commercial lease?
Key factors include the lease length, rent terms, service charges, break clauses, repair obligations, and whether the property has the necessary planning permissions for your business.
What is ‘totting up’ and how can I avoid disqualification?
If you accumulate 12 or more penalty points within three years, you may face disqualification. Our solicitors can argue for "exceptional hardship" to help you keep your licence.
What is the maximum compensation for unfair dismissal?
For dismissals with an effective date from 6 April 2026, the compensatory award is capped at the lower of:
- £123,543
- 52 weeks’ gross pay
This is in addition to a separate basic award capped at £9,157.
Discrimination and whistleblowing-related claims are not subject to this cap.
What is the good character requirement?
The Home Office considers factors such as criminal convictions, immigration history, financial conduct and honesty in previous dealings with public authorities when assessing whether an applicant satisfies the good character requirement.
What is the difference between the two types of LPA?
One covers Property and Financial Affairs, while the other covers Health and Welfare decisions. Many people choose to prepare both.