Rollingsons take part in London Legal Walk

Three staff members from Rollingsons Solicitors undertook the 10 kilometre London Legal Walk (#londonlegalwalk) in support of the London Legal Support Trust on 21st May 2018. 

The Trust is a charity which provides access to legal support to the most vulnerable in society, helping reduce debt, poverty, homelessness and combatting discrimination and injustice.

The Team come from the Property, Wills and Probate, Defendant PI and Credit Hire Departments and consists of Lauren Knee (Trainee Solicitor), Steve Bannell (Property Solicitor) and Nayan Mesuria (Legal Executive and Team Organiser).

The Walk took fundraisers from the start at Chancery Lane, around the Thames past landmarks such as the London Eye and Parliament and back to Chancery Lane.

The Rollingsons Team have currently raised £500 for the cause and further donations are welcome through the Team fundraising webpage which can be found here:

https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-display/showROFundraiserPage?userUrl=Rollingsons18&pageUrl=1

The Team wishes to thank all donors and supporters who have helped them reach this fantastic achievement.  

Electronic Wills

Up to 40% of adults die each year without a Will. There are various reasons for this, but one main reason is thought to be a direct result of people simply being put off by outdated laws, and the costs involved in making a will. Under these circumstances, it may appear easier for an individual to simply avoid the subject and not make a Will. Unfortunately, this means that if an individual dies without a will, the estate will be distributed under outdated Intestacy laws, under which there is no guarantee that the estate will be distributed in accordance with the deceased’s wishes .The Law Commission has branded the current system “outdated” and is currently considering proposals on how Electronic Wills could reflect the modern age in which we live.

Planning your wedding? Don’t forget the pre-nup!

Wedding season is in full swing and many couples are busy organising their wedding venue, decorations, videographer and photographer and much more. The only financial security usually obtained is wedding insurance but there is a much bigger picture to consider.

No-one likes to think about the worst case scenario especially whilst planning what should be the happiest day of their lives. However, consideration should be given to a pre-nuptial agreement which if completed correctly can be your insurance for your future and can protect your assets.

What can I do if someone steals content from my website?

While still a relatively new concept, most businesses in the UK now tend to have some kind of web presence. Whether with their own website, social media channels or Google listings, most businesses have begun to see the benefits of the internet. However, good websites take lots of careful planning, time and money to put together. So what happens if someone steals from your website, copying it’s coding or content? What does the law have to say about this and what avenues can you pursue for compensation?

How to avoid copyright infringement in the digital age

When someone copies, distributes or edits someone else’s work online without their express permission this is known as copyright infringement. For businesses in the UK it is especially important to try and avoid copyright infringement which can result in both financial losses and harm to your reputation.

What is copyright?

Copyright is an intellectual property right that automatically covers a multitude of types of work including film, photographs, art, audio and more and lasts for the duration of the author’s life plus 70 years. Infringing on someone’s copyright can result in financial damage awarded through litigation and also damage to reputation through negative publicity.

What is Fair Use in Copyright Law?

The term “fair use” relates to an exemption in copyright law that permits the free use of protected materials without first seeking permission from the rights holder. But how does it work in practice and can it be relied upon?

How are creative works protected online?

Copyright allows creators of media such as photos, videos, graphics, music and film to protect their work and to prevent it being manipulated, edited or copied by other people. However, while copyright is quite a well established idea, the digital age has presented a plethora of new challenges.

Dealing with employee theft

From employees fraudulently filling in travel claim forms or time sheets, to stealing company information or expensive equipment, employee theft is a serious offence that needs to be handled properly but with caution. Discovering that an employee has been stealing from you in any capacity can be highly upsetting; however acting in haste can land you in hot water.

It is highly important for an employer to act methodically when dealing with a suspected case of employee theft and have a procedure in place to follow. Acting in haste and terminating someone’s employment without all the facts could lead to a lengthy and expensive unfair dismissal claim and an employment tribunal.