Goods and services disputes
How to escape your gym contract in the new year
Gyms are prepared for a New Year’s resolution rush and every January, millions of people rush to sign expensive gym membership contracts. But how fair are these contracts and can you terminate them if your situation changes?
January 2020
General advice , Property disputes
Ho-ho-home invasion: is Father Christmas trespassing?
When he enters your home, is Father Christmas actually trespassing? If he does so without your expressed permission, could he be prosecuted?
December 2019
Employment disputes , Goods and services disputes
All you need to know about tipping
Are we legally obliged to tip? Does that money actually go to the staff or is it kept by the business owner? Thomas Pertaia has the answers.
December 2019
Goods and services disputes
7 questions Black Friday and Cyber Monday shoppers should ask
If you are waiting to see the myriad of deals that Black Friday and Cyber Monday will offer, you need to know your rights when it comes to buying online.
November 2019
Property disputes
6 things you should know before having a Bonfire Night party
Who is responsible if someone gets hit by a firework at a party? Are there restrictions on when you can have a bonfire? We set out some essentials you need to know.
November 2019
General advice , Property disputes
How far you can legally go to stop people from playing a ‘trick’ on you this Halloween
Halloween is generally a ‘spooktacular’ time for all but a few bad apples can spoil the fun. So what can you do if someone chooses to play a trick and damages your property?
October 2019
Protecting your business , Goods and services disputes
What businesses need to know about selling products
By law, any goods that you sell must be as described, of satisfactory quality, and fit for purpose. If the product fails to meet any of these criteria, the buyer is entitled to a refund.
October 2019
Goods and services disputes
Your right to a refund for an unauthorised payment
No matter how careful you are to keep your identity and personal details safe and secure, you may still have your bank details stolen or other personal details compromised through no fault of your own.
October 2019
Professional services disputes , Property disputes
How to take action over low-quality building work
What action can you take when you have a building dispute with a rogue trader? DAS Law’s Bethan Mack takes a look at some important basics.
October 2019
Property disputes
Restrictive covenants and where to find them
A restrictive covenant refers to a limitation to what an owner can legally do with their property.
October 2019
Goods and services disputes
Making complaints in restaurants and food outlets
Going out for a meal should be an enjoyable experience, but if it falls short of expectations you should be aware of your legal rights and how to exercise them. DAS Law’s Samantha Jenkins explains.
October 2019
Will disputes
What you need to know about probate
Probate is the process of dealing with someone’s money, possessions and final wishes after they die. Our useful guide will answer your important questions.
October 2019
Property disputes , Animals
Cock-a-doodle…don’t? What the law says about perturbing pets
So where does UK law stand with noisy pets? Damien Field, Legal Adviser at DAS Law explains all.
September 2019