At Austen Jones Solicitors, we understand how emotionally and legally challenging property disputes can be—especially for cohabiting couples going through a separation. One recent case involved a couple who jointly owned their home. When the relationship ended, our client wanted to sell the property, but their ex-partner refused. Legal proceedings were initiated and defended, but…
Category: Settlement Agreements
New Research Highlights Issues For Unmarried Couples
New research by the campaign body Resolution reveals a startling 47% of cohabiters are unaware of their lack of essential rights impacting asset division and childcare support in the event of a breakup. The body advocates for a change in cohabitation laws to reflect a modern society, witnessing a sharp rise in the number of…
What employees need to know about Settlement Agreements
Settlement Agreements (previously known as Compromise Agreements) are used to end an employment relationship in a mutually agreed manner. A Settlement Agreement will often be offered by an employer when the employer feels vulnerable i.e. when there is a dispute with the employee about his/her employment and its termination and the employer is concerned that…