In 2017, judges in the UK revised divorce and child custody laws which allowed both parents unsupervised time with their children after divorce, despite evidence of spousal abuse. These reforms were introduced to family courts after women’s rights charities shed light on cases of children who had been murdered by violent fathers who had been granted
Judicial review refers to the way of challenging public authority decisions made by the court. A specialised form of a legal proceeding, it allows these decisions to be countered on different grounds. These include irrationality, illegality, and unfairness on the part of the court. In doing so, judicial reviews also challenge the way authorities and
The definition of “domestic abuse” has officially expanded to include non-physical and emotional abuse in the UK legal system. The new Domestic Abuse Bill aims to cover some of the loopholes found in older domestic abuse bills which allowed abusers to get away with emotional and economic abuse.
Applying for a spouse visa to the UK is a task dreaded by many. With a tedious process ahead and high chances of rejection, many applicants find it difficult to obtain this particular visa. However, it’s often because of the following errors that our applications end up being refused.
Child custody cases are not pretty. They are hard on all the people involved and require a number of arrangements. If you’re currently facing a child custody dispute, consider the following factors that affects the court’s decision:
Do you believe your marriage is not working out and has become a burden? Maybe it’s time to call it a day and end your relationship. In England and Wales, you can file a divorce if the following unfortunate events have occurred: Adultery Unreasonable Behavior Separation Another condition to file a divorce is, you must
The landscape of UK immigration laws is changing constantly; rules that applied to certain types of visas a few months ago might not be valid today. For people who are looking to move to the UK, it’s important to stay updated to make an informed decision.
The EEA Family Permit application process is supposed to be quite straightforward. That’s why it comes as a shock to many applicants who receive a letter from the UK Home Office informing them that their application has been refused. Here’s a small and simple guide to help you get a general idea of how to
If you’re a foreign national, the UK is an attractive place to start a business. The booming economy, the favourable landscape, and the diverse population all contribute to a great potential return on investment. But the past few changes to UK immigration rules have made it difficult for prospective entrepreneurs to start a business in
