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The Future of Inheritance Tax

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Inheritance tax is set to change, now that the Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) has conducted a wide-ranging review into what is often seen as an unpopular tax. In theory, inheritance tax is charged at 40% on the value of an estate, once it is over the £325,000 inheritance tax allowance. In practice, however, many...Read More

How long do you have to claim after an accident at work?

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Talk to Mark Reynolds Solicitors today if you have suffered following an accident at work that was not your fault. If the blame for the accident can be linked to someone else’s actions or negligence, there’s a sizeable chance we will be able to help you get compensation. In most cases, you will need to...Read More

The impact of a delayed cancer diagnosis

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At Mark Reynolds Solicitors, we can provide the legal representation you are looking for if you have been affected by a delayed cancer diagnosis. If an opportunity for diagnosis has been missed and the cancer has developed further than it perhaps otherwise would have, it’s only right that you should decide to take legal action....Read More

No Win No Fee Explained

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With no win no fee, you only need to pay for the legal services you have received if your claim is successful. No win no fee was first launched in the 1990s to encourage people with limited funds to make claims and get the compensation and justice they deserved. If you have been in an...Read More

Mark Reynolds Solicitors wins industry recognition for personal injury and medical negligence

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Mark Reynolds Solicitors, one of the North West’s most trusted law firms, has been awarded Top Personal Injury Lawyers and Top Medical Negligence Lawyers in Warrington by Threebestrated. In addition, they have been awarded Top Medical Lawyers and Top Employment Lawyers in Liverpool. This news comes just as the company celebrates its 10-year anniversary. Mark Reynolds...Read More

How Can I Reduce My Inheritance Tax Bill?

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The children born to the ‘baby boomer’ population will inherit the highest amount of wealth any generation has ever seen, and perhaps for several generations into the future. They’re the wealthiest generation in history, collecting around £250,000, consisting mostly of property. This means the children of this generation are likely to inherit approximately £100,000 each....Read More

The Problem With DIY Wills

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DIY wills are cheaper than going to a professional, but ‘you get what you pay for’ has never rung truer. DIY wills offer a cheap alternative, costing around £20, with some less than £10. In fact, for £19.99 you can purchase a ‘last will & testament DIY kit’ from WHSmith. You’re likely to find more...Read More

What Kinds of Personal Injuries Justify a Claim?

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Personal injuries are what they describe: injuries that you sustain to yourself. These might be physical, but they can also be psychological. If you suffer a personal injury, you can claim for the personal pain and suffering you experience, and also for expenses such as damaged clothing, travel costs, and certain help and equipment you...Read More

Probate Fee Hikes Are Coming – How Can You Avoid Losing Out?

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The Government is planning probate fee hikes, resulting from changes to the current structure for probate fees. Probate is the process through which you get permission to deal with a deceased person’s estate. Since 1999, there has been a fixed fee for processing probate applications, but under the new structure, there will be different charging...Read More

Why Do Severe Brain Injuries Result in Unconsciousness?

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Consciousness is a state of mind that refers to self-awareness. It’s what lets us think new thoughts and plan for the future based on past experiences. Consciousness is constantly shifting, but sustaining a severe brain injury can suddenly change conscious states from fully alert and aware to confusion and panic. What Is a Traumatic Brain...Read More