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An independent NHS inquiry into a mental health hospital in Middlesbrough, described by family members of three teenage girls from the Teesside region as a “hell hole” where nobody cared about their daughters, has concluded that there were more than 120 different failures to care for the girls properly and adequately.

Going through a divorce can be an extremely lengthy, emotional and distressing process, particularly if parties disagree on how the divorce proceedings should look.

Royalty payments are often earned from creative activities such as writing a book or composing music, but they can also be earned from a patent or brand licensing, or from a franchise or even licensing of mineral rights.

In recent years, Tilly, Bailey and Irvine has seen a substantial increase in contentious probate work – disputes regarding wills and estates. Perhaps surprisingly, they can have a major impact on businesses.

It is forecast that, by the end of this year, 90 per cent of the UK adult population will use a social media account at least once a month.

While accidents can affect care home staff, in this article Katie Beddoes in the personal injury team with Tilly Bailey and Irvine examines common accidents that can affect care home residents and visitors.

Following the breakdown of a relationship, most parents can reach an agreement amicably regarding the arrangements for children. Unfortunately, as any family lawyer will tell you, that does not always happen.

Acting as an executor means that you are responsible for reporting the value of the estate and declaring any inheritance tax due, so it is important to make sure you follow correct procedures.

The Ministry of Justice (‘MOJ’) announced that it would conclude the Medomsley Physical Abuse Settlement Scheme for all new physical abuse claims on 1st January 2022.