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If your landlord is withholding your tenancy deposit unfairly, you have legal options. Here's a step-by-step guide to getting your money back under UK law.
Damp and mould in a rented property is not just unpleasant — it's a health hazard your landlord is legally required to address. Here's what UK law says and what you can do.
Not all employment contracts are created equal. These 10 clauses are commonly misunderstood, frequently overreaching, and sometimes unenforceable — here's what to look for.
If you're being made redundant, UK law entitles you to statutory redundancy pay — but many employees don't know how to calculate it or what else they're owed. Here's the full picture.
Zero hours contracts are widely used in the UK — but many workers don't realise they still have legal rights. Here's what you're entitled to, and what employers cannot do.
Being dismissed from your job doesn't automatically mean you were dismissed unfairly. But if it was unfair, UK law gives you the right to challenge it. Here's how.
An Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) is the most common type of rental agreement in England. Here's what it actually means, what your rights are, and what to watch for before you sign.
Freelancing without a proper contract is one of the most common and costly mistakes self-employed people make. Here's what a solid UK freelance contract must include — and why it matters.
IR35 is one of the most misunderstood pieces of tax legislation in the UK. Here's what it actually means, how to know if it applies to you, and what happens if you get it wrong.
Late payment is the single biggest cash flow threat for UK freelancers. Here's what the law says, how to charge statutory interest, and how to get paid without burning the relationship.
Not everything written in a tenancy agreement is legally enforceable. Here are 7 clauses that UK landlords cannot legally include — and what to do if yours has them.
The small claims court lets you resolve disputes up to £10,000 without a solicitor. Here's a step-by-step guide to making a claim, what to expect, and how to maximise your chances of winning.
Indemnity, warranty, force majeure, boilerplate — legal documents are full of terms most people have never been taught. Here's what they actually mean.
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 is the biggest shake-up of tenant law in decades. Here's exactly what's changing, what's already in force, and what you need to know before signing a new tenancy.
A settlement agreement ends your employment in exchange for a payment — but signing the wrong one can cost you thousands. Here's what UK law requires, what you should negotiate, and what you must never waive.
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 abolishes 'no-fault' Section 21 evictions in England. Here's what this means for tenants, when it takes effect, and what landlords can still do.
Statutory Sick Pay is one of the most misunderstood employment rights in the UK. Here's who qualifies, how much you get, how long it lasts, and what to do if your employer refuses to pay.
Probation periods feel like a legal grey area — but employees have more rights than most realise. Here's what UK law says about dismissal, extensions, sick leave, and what's actually in your contract.
Your landlord wants to raise your rent. But is the increase legal? Here's exactly what UK law says about how, when, and by how much landlords can increase rent — and how to challenge an unfair rise.
Can your employer force you back to the office? Can you request remote work permanently? Here's what UK employment law says about working from home, flexible working requests, and your rights.
If your employer is sold, merged, or outsources your role, TUPE regulations protect your job, pay, and terms. Here's what transfers, what can't be changed, and what to do if your employer tries to cut your rights.