The Court of Appeal (CoA) has handed down a pivotal judgement clarifying the retrospective application of the leaseholder protections afforded by the Building Safety Act (BSA) 2022, particularly
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
