If you intend on making a money claim through the Courts for a debt from an individual or sole trader after 1 October 2017, then new Pre-action protocols will apply. As of 1 October 2017 any business claiming payment from … Read more
New Guidelines for Driving with Excess Alcohol
Triable only summarily: Maximum: Unlimited fine and/or 6 months Offence range: Band B fine – 26 weeks’ custody Road Traffic Act 1988, s.5(1)(a) The sentencing guidelines fro driving with an excess of alcohol changed from 24 April 2017. There has … Read more
Road Traffics Accidents Abroad
The MIB brought in a new directive to assist the Englishman abroad if they are involved in a road traffic accident “abroad” with a foreign driver. The process that is undertaken is similar to that if you have an accident … Read more
Accidents involving foreign drivers
Accidents with foreign drivers in the UK have increased. It can often be difficult if you have been injured to get compensation from a foreign driver as their insurance procedures are different or they may not be insured. If you … Read more
Taxi Touting Allegations: The Problem with Uber
A number of enquiries come through every week from holders of private hire taxi licences who have been accused of the offence of taxi touting, namely attempting to pick up passengers other than those who have pre-booked. Licensing authorities like … Read more