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We can’t choose our neighbours and, unfortunately, disagreements sometimes occur. Noisy neighbours can make the lives of those they live near a misery, so it’s important to not suffer in silence. If you, or someone close to you, is putting up with noisy neighbours, read on to find out the best ways to deal with […]

A rent review is a pre-arranged assessment of the amount of rent that is paid to the landlord or letting agency from the tenant. The main purpose of a rent review is to protect the landlord from the effects of inflation. However, this can also benefit the tenant, as there is often room for negotiating […]

The Warrington Business awards, hosted by Business Breakfast Group, Pro Warrington and Warrington First, was a great success, and hundreds of bright business minds came together for the glitzy event. It was fantastic to see so many of Warrington’s brightest and most successful businessmen and women in the same room at Lymm Rugby Club. Watsons […]

Every year, millions of people are injured. These injuries can occur at home, in the workplace, in public spaces or on the roads. A personal injury is, in the eyes of the law, a physical or psychological injury that has occurred as a result of negligence or an accident. However, to be entitled to a personal injury […]

Local networking groups Business Breakfast Group, Pro Warrington and Warrington First have joined together to host the 2016 Warrington Business Awards, seeking to showcase and celebrate the best of business in Warrington and the surrounding area. Watson’s Solicitors is sponsoring the Business Man of the Year category at the Warrington Business Awards 2016, and the finalists […]

In the modern age, many couples are choosing to live together without getting married. Moving in with your partner is an exciting time, but did you know that your rights are not the same as if you were married? Read on to find out more about the rights of cohabiting couples, and how we can […]

Due to the government wanting to save money, Warrington County Court will close. The Ministry of Justice has confirmed this. The court’s workload will be moved to St Helens County Court, with Family Law cases being moved to the Liverpool Civil and Family Courts. This news comes less than five years after the Ministry of […]

Licensing laws are never far from the news, and since the 24-hour drinking laws came into play in 2003, these laws have been a popular topic – both in and outside of parliament. But what if you want to get an alcohol license for your premises? Read our licensing laws overview to find out more. […]

Renting or letting out a commercial property can be a daunting prospect for those who are already in a contract and for those who are new to the whole experience. Here are three types of commercial property areas that you may require some legal assistance with, and how we can help. Existing Leases If you […]

What is a settlement agreement? Settlement agreements (formerly known as compromise agreements) are legally binding contracts between an employer and an employee (or worker). They are one of a limited number of ways in which employment disputes can be settled. In addition, extensive regulation of the employment relationship means that many employers prefer to cut […]