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by Peter Brash
Will Writer Problems Highlighted By Consumer Research
In Scotland and elsewhere in the UK, some legal services can only be provided by regulated legal professionals, such as solicitors and advocates. However, legal advice in other areas, including will writing, may be delivered by people who are not regulated. The risks of lack of regulation In a House of Commons debate on the issue in 2008, Lorely Burt (then MP for Solihull) commented that: “ …someone could be a convicted fraudster, set up as a will writer tomorrow with no qualifications, experience or professional indemnity insurance and proceed to dispense advice on tax, inheritance laws and so on. Most consumers are unable to judge the quality or value of the service that they are getting, so it is no exaggeration to say that will writing has become a happy hunting ground for the incompetent, the dishonest and the fly-by-night operator.” She also went on to acknowledge that there were many ethical operators and, indeed, professional bodies for will writers. Nevertheless, as she Continue Reading
How Long Until My Claim Finishes (Once Liability Is Admitted)?
If an insurer has accepted responsibility for your accident, it’s natural to wonder how long it will take before your claim is resolved. This article answers a common question we receive from people dealing directly with insurers: “If the insurance company admits liability and arranges an independent medical report, how long do they get to make a settlement offer?” We explain what usually happens next, what timescales are considered reasonable, and why it’s important to understand what any offer actually includes. Prefer listening? This article is also available as a podcast episode. This question comes up frequently, particularly where insurers have already accepted responsibility but progress feels slow. Assumptions: no solicitor, but a full medical examination has taken place The timescales below only apply in specific circumstances — understanding the assumptions avoids false expectations. In order to answer the question, we have to assume some things: That you do Continue Reading
"I broke a bone in my foot as a result of a fall on a footpath in the centre of Elgin. I tripped at a point where the path had not been properly finished and there was a lump of concrete sticking up. Peter Brash was excellent in guiding me through the process. Nothing ever seemed to be a bother. He kept me constantly updated via phone calls and face to face meetings. The Council accepted responsibility for the defect in the footpath and my claim for compensation was successful, without the need for a court action. I feel I received an efficient and very professional service. I especially liked the fact that I was able to deal with a local solicitor. Keep up the good work." AS, Hopeman Continue Reading