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DON’T ACCEPT 50/50 ON AN ACCIDENT IN A COUNTRY LANE
By Katherine Flashman Kitson Here in Devon and Cornwall we are all driving on single lane country lanes all the time. It’s part of life.
The importance of insurance when life trips you up
Chris Knight, partner at Restormel Insurance Services based in Lostwithiel writes We recently dealt with an agricultural contractor, Andrew Hoskin of Bugle who was less
The role of a court appointed deputy
If a friend or relative has lost mental capacity and there is no power of attorney in place, it may be necessary to apply to
What are the key terms that need to be covered in a commercial lease?
When a landlord and tenant agree a commercial lease, each will have a clear aim. The landlord will want to generate a reliable income stream
How do I know if my relative has the mental capacity to make a will?
Mental capacity requirements to make a will With debilitating conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer’s on the increase, the question of whether or not a
Motorcycle accidents – what to consider when claiming compensation
Motorcycle accidents Motorcyclists represent only a small proportion of road users but account for a significant percentage of the deaths and serious injuries on the
Top tips for pushing your house purchase through as quickly as possible
Six ways to speed up your house purchase Finding the house of your dreams can be difficult, but once you have found it you will
How does the new inheritance tax perk work?
As of 5th April 2017 new legislation offers further tax breaks for inheriting descendants, pushing a couple’s tax-free allowance up to £1m. But it’s not
Jargon-busting guide to Lasting Power of Attorney
Why you need a Lasting Power of Attorney (it’s not just for the elderly) A Lasting Power of Attorney is not just for the elderly
What happens when mum or dad are ill and can’t make decisions?
This is when a family member needs to set up a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPAs). Deborah Adam’s, Director and Head of Private Client Department
How firms can take advantage of the rise of alternative finance
Peer-to-peer lending has provided opportunities for lawyers to increase their value by assisting clients with financial matters, explains Louis Mathers 2 December 2016 The legal
Should Stamp Duty be abolished?
Arguments are being made for abolishing Stamp Duty in the UK. The Kiwis did away with it in 1999. Now many economists here are stating
Teenager paralysed after falling off a horse awarded £3 million in compensation
Last month, 18-year-old Ashleigh Harris was awarded £3 million in compensation from her ex-boyfriend’s family after she fell from an untrained horse and broke her
RBS to pay investors £800 million
Embattled Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) has agreed to pay £800 million in an out-of-court settlement over allegations it misled shareholders during a £12 billion fundraising at
Parnalls expands its litigation team
Parnalls Directors are pleased to announce new developments in the firm’s Litigation Team. The Department is headed by Director Katherine Flashman Kitson, formerly Parnall, who
Hard work pays off for our Trainee Legal Executive.
We are delighted to announce Claire Wicks has passed her final Level 6 Exam through the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives. Claire originally from Launceston
Katherine Scott Flashman Kitson celebrates 20 years
THE director at Parnalls Solicitors in Launceston, Katherine Scott Flashman Kitson, formerly Parnall, is celebrating 20 years at Parnalls this year, having started at the
How will the new Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB) affect you?
It’s never too late to start thinking ahead. We should all start to come to terms with the legislation which comes into force from the
Exciting new business hub unveiled in North Cornwall
NUMBER ONE, a landmark building in Launceston has unveiled its dynamic plans to create an exciting new commercial business hub providing much needed innovative office
Be careful what you post on Facebook
Katherine Flashman-Kitson, Director in charge of litigation department, has recently been involved in a case which highlights the way in which social media entries and