Seeking the assistance of Injury Claims Solicitors for making an Dangerous Livestock Compensation Claims

It is rather unfair to label Livestock animals as “Dangerous”; unfortunately, they have been the reason behind numerous injuries of innocent people in the past. Even though these animals are considered to be domesticated they can injure people working with them or members of the public who come in contact with them at some point. Cattle are considered especially dangerous due to their size and weight and they have been the reason behind some serious and fatal injuries in the past. In the text below Injury Claims Solicitors elaborate on the facts surrounding injury claims for livestock related injuries.

Examples of Injuries caused by Dangerous Livestock:-

-         Heavy animals such as cows can cause severe injuries, especially if they step on a person’s foot or if they crush someone against a wall in a shed. According to injury claims solicitors, if you are working with such animals your employer should have provided you with the necessary training and equipment.

-         Accidents have also been reported by people who were injured by livestock during their visit on farms. To avoid such injuries pregnant women and children need to be especially cared for.

-         Accidents have also been reported where an animal kept as livestock escapes its enclosure and enters into public injuring both people and motorists. 

For more information you are welcome to get in touch with the injury claims solicitors at Walker Wise Solicitors by phone on 01254 300 966 or email enquiries@walkerwise.co.uk.

Advice of Conveyancing Lawyers Accrington for Buyers

Conveyancing is the process of legally transferring the ownership of one property from seller to the owner. The Conveyancing process consists of various checks and other administrative processes. As an owner it is a good idea to have some knowledge of the Conveyancing process so that you are better prepared. In the text below, Conveyancing lawyers Accrington elaborate on the various steps involved in the Conveyancing process.

The Pre-Contractual Stage:-

Once you have decided on a property, you will make an offer. After the offer has been made you will have to prepare the legal documents required to transfer the ownership from the seller to the buyer. This contract should not be drafted without the help Conveyancing lawyers Accrington. This stage should also include various property surveys and researches.

                                                                                            

Exchange of Contracts:-

Once the property has been checked and contracts have been drafted and agreed upon, they are exchanged between the buyer and seller. This exchange signifies a legal obligation on both parties, if anyone backs out then the other will have to pay compensation.

Completion:-

The Conveyancing lawyers Accrington will carry out the remaining checks needed after the exchange. Once they have been dealt with, the money is transferred to the buyer and the sale is now completed. The completion stage signifies that the property has been transferred to the buyer.

For more information you are welcome to get in touch with the Conveyancing lawyers Accrington at Walker Wise Solicitors by phone on 01254 300 966 or email enquiries@walkerwise.co.uk.

The Undeniable Contribution of Will and Probate Solicitors

Will and Probate matters are often straightforward for small estates where the beneficiaries are known. If a will is present then the task is handed over to an executor (who is also mentioned in the will) who then distributes the assets as per the will. However, there are cases when the estate is complex with a long list of beneficiaries who are yet to be traced. Such cases are rife with controversy and cannot be handled without the assistance of will and probate solicitors. The following text mentions the most common cases where professional legal advice comes in handy.

You may need a solicitor if…

-         The will cannot be found.

-         The will is not valid.

-         The will contains conditions that are likely to be contested.

-         The will contains ambiguous terms and conditions.

-         Inheritance tax is applicable to the estate.

-         There is difficulty locating the beneficiaries.

Furthermore, will and probate solicitors are especially needed when

-         If the deceased was married but left behind no will for an estate that is valued over £325,000

-         If the deceased was married but left behind no will for an estate that is valued over £250,000 and there are children to consider as well.

-         The deceased was an owner in a business or in partnership with someone else.

For more information you are welcome to get in touch with the will and probate solicitors at Walker Wise Solicitors by phone on 01254 300 966 or email enquiries@walkerwise.co.uk.

Advice of Conveyancing Lawyers Accrington for Buyers

Conveyancing is the process of legally transferring the ownership of one property from seller to the owner. The Conveyancing process consists of various checks and other administrative processes. As an owner it is a good idea to have some knowledge of the Conveyancing process so that you are better prepared. In the text below, Conveyancing lawyers Accrington elaborate on the various steps involved in the Conveyancing process.

The Pre-Contractual Stage:-

Once you have decided on a property, you will make an offer. After the offer has been made you will have to prepare the legal documents required to transfer the ownership from the seller to the buyer. This contract should not be drafted without the help Conveyancing lawyers Accrington. This stage should also include various property surveys and researches.

                                                                                            

Exchange of Contracts:-

Once the property has been checked and contracts have been drafted and agreed upon, they are exchanged between the buyer and seller. This exchange signifies a legal obligation on both parties, if anyone backs out then the other will have to pay compensation.

Completion:-

The Conveyancing lawyers Accrington will carry out the remaining checks needed after the exchange. Once they have been dealt with, the money is transferred to the buyer and the sale is now completed. The completion stage signifies that the property has been transferred to the buyer.

For more information you are welcome to get in touch with the Conveyancing lawyers Accrington at Walker Wise Solicitors by phone on 01254 300 966 or email enquiries@walkerwise.co.uk.

Seeking Advice of Personal Injury Solicitors Accrington for Forklift Injuries

Forklifts are powerful machines despite their size. With its power, forklifts are capable of lifting heavy loads making forklift operation a very risky task. If you have suffered an injury while operating a fork lift as a result of which you had spent time away from work, you may be able to get compensation with the help of personal injury solicitors Accrington.

Types of Forklift Trucks (FLTs):-

-         Pallet Truck:-

o   Pallet trucks are the most common types of forklift trucks that have wooden structures upon which the weights are placed. These pallets have gaps on the bottom that allow the fork to be positioned.

-         Counterbalance Truck:-

o   This type of forklift is capable of carrying objects much larger in size with the help of cast iron counter weights that are positioned on the back of the truck

-         Side Loader:-

o   This type of forklift is capable of making using other attachments besides the traditional fork.

Types of Injuries:-

According to the personal injury solicitors Accrington, common forklift injuries include:-

-         Forklift Crush Injuries:-

o   In which body parts are crushed due to the careless operation or maintenance of forklifts.

-         Untrained Forklift operators:-

o   Accidents caused by forklift operators who have not received proper training prior to forklift operation.

-         Back Injuries:-

o   Most forklifts do not have suspensions, therefore when a forklift is operated on an uneven surface the driver’s back has to bear immense pressure.

For more information, get in touch with the personal injury solicitors Accrington at Walker Wise Solicitors by phone on 01254 300 966 or email enquiries@walkerwise.co.uk.

Guidance of Will and Probate Solicitors with Regards to Oaths for Executioners

When someone creates a Will they also name someone as the executioner of their estate. It the responsibility of the executioner to make sure that the estate is distributed amongst the beneficiaries in accordance to provisions in the will. Executioners can be relatives, friends and even will and probate solicitors. But what happens when someone has been assigned the task of executing will? Find out below!

The Oath:-

For one to be able to execute a will, he/she must take an Oath. This oath will lead to the grant of probate, which a written authority given to those appointed the task of assisting in the distribution of the will. As a result of this oath, the executors are given the sole responsibility of managing the estate. The executor has the right to act alone or with other executor. Furthermore, he/she also has the right to denounce their role as an executor.

Matters involving a child executor (under the age of 18) may be reserved for till the child reaches the age of 18 as child executors are not allowed to apply for grant or probate. According to will and probate solicitors, of there is no one else willing to take up the responsibilities as executor, the entire process will be transferred to parent or guardian as the estate cannot be left un-administered.

For more information, you are welcome to get in touch with the Will and Probate Solicitors at WalkerWise Solicitors on 01254 300 966 or email enquiries@walkerwise.co.uk

Bigamy Law Explained with the Help of Family Law Solicitors

According to the Law in the UK, a person is considered to be committing a crime by getting married while already being legally married. The term used for such an act is Bigamy and according to the Section 57 of Offences Against the Person act of 1861, it is a crime. If someone is caught entering into another marriage while being married then they will be convicted of a crime and may be given a prison sentence of up to seven years. The following text elaborates how family law solicitors deal with cases involving bigamy.

Possible Exceptions:-

Under certain circumstances the act of Bigamy may not be considered a crime. These are:-

-          The Husband or Wife have remained continually absent for seven years prior to the second marriage without knowing if they are alive or not.

-          If both parties have been legally divorced.

-          According to family law solicitors a person who gets married for the second (third, fourth and so on) time in another country where marriages of this sort are allowed will not be considered as breaking the law. Provided that they do not get married again in the UK.

The Proper Way to Get Married Multiple Times:-

To be able to get married for second time you will have to make sure that you have completed all legal formalities leading to the dissolution of all previous marriages.

For more information, you are welcome to get in touch with our expert Family Law Solicitors at Walker Wise Solicitors by phone on 01254 300 966 or email enquiries@walkerwise.co.uk.