On Sunday 23^rd October a team of runners from law firm Warner Goodman LLP took part in the Great South Run in support of Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association (Portsmouth DSA).  The team were initially hoping to raise £2,000, however they have beaten this by raising over £3,500.

Following many changes and uncertainty to the market in recent months, it seems the housing market is on the road to recovery as the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) revealed in their August Housing Market report that the supply of housing has risen to the highest level seen since March this year. 

Each month 288 children are admitted to an NHS Burns Service, an alarming figure caused by incidents that could be avoided.  19^th October was National Burn Awareness Day, a day organised by British Burns Association filled with activities to raise awareness of how burn injuries can be prevented in the home, where 77% of burn injuries occur for children. 

A case in the Employment Tribunal has found that a group of Asda retail workers can compare themselves to distribution depot workers for the purposes of an equal pay claim.  The ruling means that over 7,000 claims will proceed against the store, equating to over £100m.

Section 8 and Section 21 - What's the difference?

• Posted2016-10-21 00:00
• AuthorHelen Porter

When attempting to obtain possession of your property as a landlord (when it is let out on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement), there are two routes that can be followed. Helen Porter, Partner in our Litigation and Dispute Resolution team explains how Section 8 and Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988, as subsequently amended, can assist.

Warner Goodman running for local charity

• Posted2016-10-14 00:00
• AuthorClaire Battye

Sunday 23^rd October will see twelve members of Hampshire law firm, Warner Goodman LLP, take part in the Great South Run.  The runners will proudly be donning their running shoes in support of local charity, Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association (Portsmouth DSA).

Those serving in the Army, RAF or Navy can struggle to get on the property ladder; they are not always based in the UK and can find it harder to raise a deposit.  These members of our society make a commitment for our country and so in April 2014, the Forces Help to Buy Scheme was launched.  Earlier this year, for their two year anniversary it was announced that loans have reached £100million.

Today is World Mental Health Day; a time to raise awareness of the impact mental health has on us all, and educate us on how to support those suffering. Gina McCadden, Solicitor in our Employment team, here reviews the significance of the day and demonstrates to employers their responsibilities towards their employees’ mental health.

Why use a 'Solicitors for the Elderly' recognised law firm?

• Posted2016-10-05 00:00
• AuthorCaroline Johnstone

When choosing a law firm to assist you in safeguarding your family’s future through a Will or Lasting Power of Attorney, it can be hard to decide.  That’s why being a member of ‘Solicitors for the Elderly’ (SFE) is part of a unique offering that Warner Goodman LLP can give to those unsure of how best to protect their family assets and security.  Caroline Johnstone, Private Client Lawyer, here explains why having this qualification means we’re well suited for you to put your affairs in order.

National Work-Life Week makes us consider flexible working requests

• Posted2016-10-03 00:00
• AuthorHoward Robson

This week is National Work-Life Week; a week created by charity, Working Families, to promote wellbeing at work and a healthy work-life balance.  Howard Robson, Employment Partner, reviews the week and the implications this has on businesses when it comes to family friendly policies and flexible working requests.