Insights

Japanese knotweed is a phrase that strikes fear into land and property owners for many reasons, but largely because of some very negative press reporting about what can happen if you find Japanese knotweed in your garden. 

The starting point is, of course, the Land Registry title and plan. There are two aspects to the concept of a boundary: the legal boundary and the physical boundary.

There has been a significant increase in property disputes related to party walls and structures. In this article, we outline the most common questions we are asked regarding party wall disputes.

There has been a significant increase in property disputes related to party walls and structures. In this article, we outline the most common questions we are asked regarding party wall disputes.

Under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, there are different procedures for renewing a lease depending on whether the landlord or the tenant starts the process.

Cases involving the termination of the lease are never in short supply, even though a landlord’s right to change locks in the event of default by the tenant has long been enshrined in English law.  

Adverse possession has two essential elements. The first is a demonstration of factual possession of the land, and the second is the necessary intention to possess the land.

Few documents carry the weight of a schedule of dilapidations when dealing with property disputes, particularly those in the context of commercial properties.

The Renters’ Rights Bill is a piece of legislation that Labour are eager to progress even though it was first introduced under the Conservative government. 

A terminal dilapidation claim is a claim made by a landlord for financial compensation at the end of a lease.

Boundary wall collapses are classic areas for neighbour disputes, made worse because a wall, even a small one, can cost a significant amount to rebuild and repair.

One key element that can significantly impact a landlord's recovery in terminal dilapidation claim is the diminution in value.