UK homebuyers warned over 'Friday afternoon fraud' scams
Conveyancing fraud cost UK victims £101m in 2025-26, with 140 property cases averaging £78,393 in losses. Criminals hack email chains to redirect deposits.
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Pensioner, 85, ordered to remove driveway on council land
An 85-year-old man with COPD faces legal action after Rochford Council ordered him to remove a £2,200 driveway he built on land it owns, despite claims of permission.
Sutton HMO expansion rejected for third time
Sutton councillors reject HMO expansion at 48 Hallmead Road for third time in a year, against officer recommendation, after residents cite police callouts and anti-social behaviour.
Renters' Rights Act: Landlord Insurance Changes
The Renters' Rights Act introduces major landlord insurance changes, including new legal requirements and potential premium impacts. Here's what landlords need to know.
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Woodford Hires US Law Firm for FCA Legal Battle
Neil Woodford has hired US law firm Brown Rudnick ahead of a legal battle with the FCA over his collapsed fund, according to reports.
Zoe Sugg and Alfie Deyes' Donkey Sanctuary Plan Sparks Row
Zoe Sugg and Alfie Deyes' six-month social media absence is linked to their secret donkey sanctuary project, which has sparked a local planning dispute in West Sussex.
Man jailed for robbing teen of £2,200 e-bike at Stratford
Jay Archibald, 23, jailed for 3 years 9 months for robbing a 17-year-old of an e-bike and e-scooter worth £2,200 at Stratford Overground station, threatening violence if the victim resisted or called police.
Olivia Attwood and Pete Wicks confirm secret romance
Olivia Attwood and Pete Wicks have hard-launched their relationship on Instagram. The pair, friends since 2017, began dating after her split from Bradley Dack. A source says they're taking it slow.
Pollen Street Legal Battle Over Mortgage Loan Default
Pollen Street Capital faces legal battle over a £14.5 million mortgage loan default, with a borrower alleging unfair treatment and demanding damages.
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Homeowner Angry at Neighbors Over Basement Dig
A Fulham homeowner complains about elderly neighbors objecting to her £200k basement extension. Legal expert says neighbors have rights and cannot be forced to leave.
Cheating Husband Earns £450K: Maximize Divorce Payout
A stay-at-home mum suspects her high-earning husband of infidelity and seeks to maximize her divorce settlement. Family law expert explains why courts don't penalize cheating.
Husband Sues Glamping Firm Over Wife's Fire Death
The husband of a barrister who died saving her children in a glamping fire is suing the company for over £200,000, alleging fire safety failures.
Hidden Costs of VAWG: Survivors Face £25,000 for Transcripts
Survivors of violence against women and girls face hidden financial burdens, including up to £25,000 for court transcripts, lost earnings, and career setbacks. The economic impact is often overlooked.
Woman Defies Council Over Gorilla Statue Fine
Adele Teale, 59, faces a £20,000 fine if she doesn't remove her 4ft gorilla statue Caesar from her home. She vows to keep it, calling it her best friend.
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Leaseholder Loses Tribunal After AI Argument, Owes £30k
A Lewisham leaseholder lost a property tribunal and must pay £30k in service charges after using AI to fabricate case law. The tribunal found the council complied with consultation rules.
Landlord fined £14k for vindictive illegal eviction campaign
A London landlord has been ordered to pay £14,400 after a tribunal found her guilty of a 'vindictive' campaign of harassment and illegal eviction against a vulnerable family in Camden.
John Lewis Sued Over Click-and-Collect Rent at Brent Cross
John Lewis is sued by Brent Cross owner Hammerson over whether click-and-collect sales count toward turnover rent under a 1979 lease, highlighting tensions in historic retail contracts.
Judge Orders Burial After 5-Month Mortuary Dispute
A High Court judge has ruled that a 95-year-old man must be buried in England, ending a five-month dispute between his sons over whether he should be cremated or buried in France.
UK Court Denies Sperm Donor Legal Fatherhood in Landmark Ruling
Robert Albon, known as Joe Donor, has been denied legal fatherhood of a child conceived via his unregulated sperm donation business. The High Court ruled his activities contravene public policy, citing his history of targeting vulnerable women.
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Privacy Commissioner Finds Rental Platform Over-Collects Tenant Data
Australia's privacy commissioner has ruled that rental platform 2Apply collected excessive personal information from tenants, exacerbating power imbalances in the competitive rental market during the housing crisis.
Sperm Donor Loses High Court Parentage Battle
Robert Albon, an unregulated donor claiming over 180 children worldwide, failed in his High Court attempt to be declared legal father of a child conceived after receiving a £150 Amazon gift card.
Mitch Winehouse Loses Court Battle Over Amy's Auction Items
Mitch Winehouse has been defeated in a High Court legal battle against two of Amy Winehouse's friends over proceeds from auction sales of her personal belongings.
Church Warden's Murder Conviction Quashed, Retrial Ordered
Benjamin Field, jailed for 37 years for murdering a university lecturer, has had his conviction overturned by the Court of Appeal due to judicial errors. A retrial is pending.
Man Denies Killing Fish in Pond Noise Dispute
A 76-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to charges of damaging property and unlawfully destroying fish after allegedly using detergent and motor oil in a neighbor's pond.
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Heir Fights $35M Legal Bill in Inheritance Feud
Alberto Safra, son of late billionaire banker Joseph Safra, contests a $35 million legal bill from WilmerHale after a bitter $23 billion estate dispute, with a judge now reviewing the fees.
Hawaii Murder Trial Features Cheating Allegations
A high-profile attempted murder trial in Hawaii takes a dramatic turn as cheating allegations surface, raising questions about the case's integrity and legal proceedings.
Crutch Attack in Wisteria Dispute at London Victorian House
A woman was convicted of assault after hitting her neighbour with a crutch during a confrontation over a cut-down wisteria plant at their shared Tottenham property.
Japan Allows Joint Custody for Divorced Parents After 100+ Years
Japan introduces joint custody for divorced couples, marking the first major change to child-rearing laws in over a century, aligning with international standards.
Secondary Market Lawyers Get Hefty Bonus Incentives
Law firms are aggressively offering bonuses to secondary market lawyers to retain talent amid high demand for their specialized skills in private equity and fund transactions.
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Paternity Unclear in Case of Mother and Identical Twins, Court Rules
A London court has determined it is impossible to identify which of two identical twins fathered a child after the mother had relationships with both brothers within days of each other during conception.
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