The High Court recently examined an application concerning the possession and sale of a jointly owned property. This scenario arose from a case where one of the owners had been declared bankrupt due
The High Court has recently provided significant clarity on the enduring enforceability of restrictive covenants, particularly those created when a covenantee holds only an equitable interest in the
In an unusual case highlighting the intricacies of English land law, the High Court was asked to rule on a vesting order.
Background:
Robert and Nichola Lulham, husband and wife, and their company,
The High Court heard a case highlighting the complex interplay between property law principles, contract law, and the powerful reach of Part 5 of the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) 2002 when acquired
The High Court has refused permission to appeal in a dispiriting boundary and right-of-way dispute, emphasising that minor encroachments on an easement may not constitute a substantial interference
The Supreme Court decision represents a significant recalibration of risk in non-commercial joint property finance.
Background:
Mrs. Catherine Waller-Edwards, who was financially independent and
This High Court case serves as a powerful cautionary tale against opportunistic buying from vulnerable sellers and emphasises the absolute necessity of strict legal compliance and transparent conduct
The High Court considered the application of anti-avoidance principles to established practices in non-domestic rating (NDR), specifically addressing the "box scheme" approach to vacant
The Court of Appeal (CoA) confirmed that even a significant divergence in valuation does not automatically equate to a finding of negligence.
Background:
Mr. Bratt owned a site in Oxfordshire which
The High Court recently considered the nuanced requirements for establishing actual occupation as an overriding interest capable of taking priority over a mortgage.
Background:
Mrs. Hevedi has been
