Jul 13, 2022 | Mental capacity, Wills trust probate
What is the importance of leaving a Digital Legacy? In today’s world, digital legacy is something everyone should take into consideration. We depend more on technology than ever and use digital platforms and channels daily. Ignoring the importance of your...
Jun 28, 2022 | Mental capacity, Wills trust probate
The average time it takes for The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) to register Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) has increased to more than 50% from 40 to 82 days, according to a written Parliamentary response from the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State...
Mar 31, 2022 | Mental capacity, People
What is the Court of Protection? The Court of Protection deals with the decisions and actions which fall under the Mental Capacity Act. If you or someone helping you would like to make an application, you would have to apply to the Court if there...
Feb 10, 2022 | Mental capacity, Uncategorized
Although it is not a pleasant thought to consider, it is important to identify who you would appoint to make important decisions for you in your life should you find yourself in the unfortunate circumstance where you lose the mental capacity to make important...
Feb 17, 2015 | Mental capacity
You have probably seen TV shows, films and indeed possibly heard wills read out that refer to the term “being of sound mind.” But what does this term actually mean and how do people define it? What initially may seem like a simple question can be complicated by the...
