Landlords – are you meeting efficiency standards?
As of 1 April this year, all new leases and lease renewals of commercial and residential properties in England and Wales now have to meet a minimum EPC rating of E to comply with the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard…
Charities – are you aware of your data protection obligations?
As part of the data protection reform coming into effect from 25 May this year there will be new notification and registration procedures. It is important that all organisations check the requirements and the fees…
Wake Smith helps kick off expansion plans for martial arts venture
A Sheffield martial arts club is making a move into a new 15,200 sq ft HQ as part of ambitious expansion plans with the help of Wake Smith Solicitors. Excel Martial Arts, headed up by Liam Richards, one half of…
Due in court without representation – think carefully
Restrictions imposed by successive Governments in legal aid, and conditional fee agreements, has seen a rise in people attempting to bring their case before the court without the assistance of legal professionals. They…
Due in court without representation – think carefully
Restrictions imposed by successive Governments in legal aid, and conditional fee agreements, has seen a rise in people attempting to bring their case before the court without the assistance of legal professionals. They…
A Knotty Problem
What do you do if you become aware that there is Japanese Knotweed on your land? The answer is, enter into a treatment plan with a reputable contractor as soon as possible. If you don’t then you risk being sued…
Marrying later in life? Protect your assets
You are entering the later stages of your life but meet a new love, or want to cement an existing long term relationship, and wish to marry. How you deal with the assets you have built up over the years is essential…
Partnership helps ensure Sheffield’s museums legacy is secure
Museums Sheffield and Wake Smith Solicitors have joined forces to launch a new legacy giving appeal that will help ensure that great art and heritage can continue to inspire future generations in the city. The…
All present and correct? Effective absence management
Employee absence is a significant cost for many organisations, yet data suggests that only a third of employers monitor the figures. According to the CBI, absence management annually costs UK employers around £19.9…
Harmed as a result of a faulty product?
We all like to see the joy on someone’s face when you give them a gift. Whether unexpected or not, you assume the present is safe and will not harm the receiver. So what happens if a product causes injury or is…
