News & Information - July 2024

24 Jul 2024

The State of Will-Making in the UK: Trends and Challenges

Despite the importance of having a will, 60% of UK adults haven't created one. This blog explores current will-making statistics, reasons behind the reluctance, and ways to encourage more people to formalize their wishes.

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24 Jul 2024

Death Certification and Registration Process Changes Of September 24

Starting from September 9, 2024, all deaths in England and Wales will require an independent review by a Coroner or Medical Examiner before a death certificate is issued. This change aims to ensure thorough scrutiny of all causes of death, affecting the registration process and potentially extending the time needed to complete it.

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10 Jul 2024

UK House Prices Projected to Rise by 1.5% by the End of 2024

Zoopla's latest House Price Index reveals UK house prices are projected to rise by 1.5% by the end of 2024, showing resilience despite economic challenges. This positive trend is supported by steady income growth, offsetting higher mortgage rates and maintaining strong buyer demand.

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10 Jul 2024

The Future of AI in the Legal Profession: Will Robots Replace Lawyers?

AI is transforming the legal profession by automating tasks such as document review, legal research, and contract analysis, improving efficiency and accuracy. Despite these advancements, AI is not expected to replace lawyers completely due to its limitations in human judgment, client relations, and ethical considerations, positioning AI as an augmentation tool rather than a replacement in the legal field.

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