Myerson Celebrates Four Nominations at the Manchester Legal Awards 2026
Myerson Solicitors has been shortlisted in four categories at the Manchester Legal Awards (MLA) 2026 , one of the region’s most prestigious celebrations of legal excellence. The ceremony will take place on Thursday 2nd July at a gala event bringing together the North West legal community.
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The Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 (“the Act”)
When someone dies, their estate is usually passed on according to their Will or, if there is no Will, under the intestacy rules. But in some circumstances, the terms of their Will or the intestacy rules do not make adequate financial provision for a close family member who is in need of financial support, or for someone who was financially...
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Vesting Order Success: Recovering £600,000 of Bona Vacantia Property from the Crown
Myerson’s David Jones and Amna Iqbal recently acted for a client in a complex matter involving two valuable investment properties worth in the region of £600,000. The properties had unintentionally vested in the Crown as bona vacantia following the strike‑off and dissolution of the client’s company due to the negligence of their former...
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Commercial Lease Legal Updates 2026: What Retail Tenants Need to Know
As we approach the end of the second month of 2026, we look at some of the changes that retail tenants can expect during the remainder of this year and beyond. From major changes to rent review mechanisms to business rates reforms and stricter energy performance standards, these updates will all impact retailers. It is important to be aware of...
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Reasonable Expenses or Income? A Landmark Ruling on Surrogacy Payments in the UK
Surrogacy law in the UK continues to generate complex legal, financial, and ethical questions. These issues have been brought into sharper focus by a recent ruling, of the Upper Tribunal in PQ v Secretary of State for Work and Pensions [2026] UKUT 1 (AAC) , which clarifies how payments made to surrogates are treated for benefits purposes. Our...
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Research & Development Agreements: Key Legal and Commercial Issues
Research and Development (R&D) Agreements play a key role in enabling organisations to pool expertise and resources to develop new products or processes. Agreements of this nature are commonly used between commercial entities and academic institutions, and play a key role in establishing the funding models under which research takes place. With...
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Ground Rent Cap 2026: What the Leasehold Reform Changes Mean for Homeowners
On 27 January 2026, the government announced a major shake-up of the leasehold system. Under the proposals set out in the draft Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill , Ground Rents will be capped at £250 per year for existing leasehold homes in England and Wales. This move aims to make homeownership fairer, more transparent and more affordable...
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Building a Respectful Workplace: Tackling Sexual Harassment at Manufacturing Businesses
Workplace harassment remains a significant issue, evidenced by ONS findings in its 2023 survey that 1 in 10 workers in England and Wales reported experiencing some form of sexual harassment in the workplace. Whilst there have been many progressive developments towards diversity and inclusion, the manufacturing industry has many risk factors of...
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Family Investment Companies: What You Need to Know
Family wealth planning has progressed notably in recent years. While traditional trusts remain a valuable tool, many families are now turning to the Family Investment Company ( FIC ) as a flexible, tax‑efficient way to preserve, manage and grow wealth throughout generations. In this blog, our Wealth Protection Team explore FICs, why they are...
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Budget 2025: The Impact on Hospitality and Leisure and Retail Businesses
On 26 November 2025, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, delivered her second budget. In this blog, our Hospitality and Leisure and Retail lawyers explore the impact the budget will have on hospitality, leisure, and retail businesses, which have been facing mounting financial pressures in recent times.
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Exploring Different Types Of Rent Reviews In Commercial Leases
With the government proposing a ban on upwards-only rent reviews , commercial landlords are well-advised to explore alternative rent review mechanisms to ensure their leases remain compliant. Landlords and tenants should also be aware of the pros and cons of the different types of rent review. Our Commercial Property Lawyers outline the different...
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Bagging Rights Gone Wrong: The Notting Hill Tote Bag Trademark Dispute and IP Ownership Lessons
Courtenay-Smith and her company sued two brothers and their businesses, accusing them of trademark infringement, passing off, and copyright infringement related to the tote bag design she had launched in 2009. Our IP lawyers explore the case and the important IP ownership lessons it offers for brand-led businesses.
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Residential Property Sales: What the New TA6 Form Means for You
The TA6, known as the Property Information Form, is completed by sellers to provide buyers with a comprehensive overview of the property before contracts are exchanged. It should be accompanied by documentation collated by vendors, including consents, installation certificates and guarantees. After considering the widespread feedback from over...
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