Latest Legal News
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Hopkins successful Court of Appeal employment case
Part-time music teacher wins landmark Court of Appeal case confirming the method of calculating holiday pay for ‘part-year’ workers Music…
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My son was bitten by our neighbour’s dog and it will scar. Can I file a dog bite claim?
Yes, you can. If they are under 18 years old you can act as a litigation friend on their behalf…
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New year, new contract: Are you renewing your commercial lease?
A new year can often act as a prompt for businesses of all sizes to review procedures, processes and contracts…
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Medical negligence: Mistakes can happen, but they’re not your fault
The National Health Service (NHS) recently turned 70 years old – a fantastic achievement. Since that momentous moment in July…
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Ho, Ho, Hopkins Solicitors supports local celebrations this Christmas
The days are getting shorter, the nights are getting colder, and everybody is talking about the latest ad from John…
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Getting off to the right start: Safeguard your business when taking on new staff
The days of the employment process being a one-way street in favour of the employer are long gone. There is…
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Two local long-standing law firms join together, securing a stronger & brighter future
Two leading local law firms, Hopkins Solicitors and Marchants Solicitors, have announced a business deal that will help both firms…
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Are you or a loved one suffering from domestic abuse?
Domestic Abuse – What is it and Are there any warning signs? Domestic abuse is more common than we realise,…
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Chad Business Awards Winners
Hopkins Takes Home Three Chad Business Awards The Chad Business Awards took place last night at the John Fretwell Sporting…
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How car accident claims can affect your insurance premiums
The world of insurance premiums is a strange one, especially it seems motor insurance. Premiums are based on lots of…
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The risks of living with your unmarried partner without a co-habitation agreement
Over 269,000 unmarried couples in the East Midlands are at risk of losing everything if the relationship breaks down A…
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Hopkins win local Customer Service of the Year award!
On November 23rd the best of local Mansfield and Ashfield businesses gathered at the Mansfield Civic Centre to celebrate their…
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Consumer Rights Act 2015 – Is your business compliant?
2 years on and it’s probably true to say that the Consumer Rights Act 2015, whilst meant to be a…
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In a divorce you are no longer guaranteed 50% equal shares of your assets
When couples Divorce, they are free to reach their own agreement as to how their assets should be divided. This…
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Top Tips if you are in an auto accident
As nightfall draws earlier please stay alert and drive safe this autumn. The four weeks in November, compared to the…
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Legal Update: Employment Tribunal fees have been abolished
Summer 2017 saw the Supreme Court ruling that the fees previously required by employees to open a tribunal claim against…
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YOUR Legal Guide to making a Clinical Negligence Claim
Have you ever wondered when substandard care is classified as Clinical Negligence? If you or a loved one has fallen…
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Cycle Accident Guide – What you need to know
People usually have a very clear knowledge of what happens if they have a bump in their car – getting…
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What is Domestic Abuse and what are the warning signs?
Domestic Abuse – What is it and Are there any warning signs? Domestic abuse is more common than we realise,…
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Are you leasing a commercial property?
If you are a tenant taking a lease of a commercial property generally it will be the tenant’s responsibility under…
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Selling a Commercial Property at Auction
If you are planning to sell a commercial property at auction you need to think about the following prior to…
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Do I need to pay VAT if I’m leasing a property for my business?
We often get asked about VAT on commercial properties. Commercial properties are exempt from VAT however this exemption can be…
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Deal sees two long-standing local law firms plan together for future success
Two leading local law firms, Fidler & Pepper Solicitors and Hopkins Solicitors, have announced a combined business deal that will…
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Buying a home?
17.5% of all complaints that Legal Ombudsman handle are conveyancing related. Whether this is your first home or you are…