Rules of Intestacy ‘not aligned’ with modern family dynamics
The rules of intestacy loom over any intestate matter and are even applicable where a valid will is in place but does not deal with all of the deceased’s estate. The rules will celebrate their 100th birthday next year and are thus not that aligned with the more modern family dynamics that we see today, […]
Nottinghamshire pensioner murdered in house fire for inheritance, court hears
A woman has been accused of murdering her 77-year-old mother-in-law by breaking into her home and setting fire to her bed, Leicester Crown Court heard. Elizabeth Vamplew, who lived in Eton Court, Newark, Nottinghamshire died of smoke inhalation and severe burns in December 2021. She was rescued on her home after a fire had been […]
LSB sets out pro-innovation approach to AI regulation in legal services
The Legal Services Board (LSB) has set out its pro-innovation approach to the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) in the legal services sector. Published yesterday, the update explains the oversight regulator’s overall approach to technology including AI and the scope of LSB’s regulatory remit. It also sets out: The LSB’s new statutory guidance on technology […]
Firm expands training team as ‘accidental managers’ cause worker exodus
After a landmark study has shown that almost half of workers who rate their manager as ineffective plan to leave their organisation in the next 12 months, a Leeds Firm is planning to invest in expansion and management training. The Chartered Management Institute embarked on a study revealing that 82% of managers who enter into […]
