Latest news

Napthens expert to address landlords’ forum (31/08/2010)
ROBERT Richards, partner in the Litigation team at Napthens solicitors’ Blackpool office, has been invited to be the keynote speaker at a forthcoming Fylde coast landlords’ Forum.
Rethink for staff perks (31/08/2010)
MANY businesses may be forced to rethink staff benefits after a landmark legal ruling.
Tighter regulation call for Will writers (11/08/2010)
A LANCASHIRE solicitor has backed a call to tighten regulation for Will writers, after an investigation highlighted the dangers of unregulated practitioners misleading customers.
Facebook: Be careful what you write (02/08/2010)
CARELESS messages posted on Facebook are resulting in costly defamation cases in the region, a solicitor is warning.
Future for homeless charity secure (29/07/2010)
HOMELESS charity Emmaus has secured the future of its Preston operation for three years following the signing of a new lease.
Retirement age change welcomed (29/07/2010)
A LANCASHIRE employment lawyer has welcomed the news that the Government is planning to scrap the default retirement age, meaning staff could not be sacked simply for reaching the age of 65.
Expansion for bus and coach experts (29/07/2010)
A COMPANY which specialises in refurbishing buses and coaches for blue chip transport clients has expanded to new premises in order to keep up with demand.
Community expansion for therapy business (22/07/2010)
A LANCASHIRE Community Interest Company – North West Therapies – is expanding its social enterprise initiative by opening a community ‘hub’ which will offer a home to charities and third sector organisations.
Divorce ‘myth’ can prove costly (22/07/2010)
A LANCASHIRE legal expert has highlighted what he says is the biggest myth surrounding divorce, and how failing to get legal advice can prove costly – even years down the line.
Over sixties divorces rising (13/07/2010)
DIVORCE rates are increasing among the area’s over sixties, a Lancashire solicitor is reporting.