Harrison Drury’s High Court victory highlights issue of compliant witness statements
In a recent judgment, where Harrison Drury successfully acted for the claimant, His Honour Judge Pearce emphasised the importance of complying with PD57AC and the potential sanctions solicitors face if…
Building Safety Act 2022: A summary of key provisions
In the wake of the Grenfell Tower fire in 2017, and drafted in response to the proposals set out in Dame Judith Hackitt’s Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire…
Commercial rent arrears – Do I have to pay rent if I closed during the pandemic?
Alex Walmsley, solicitor in our commercial property litigation team, takes a fresh look at the issue of commercial rent arrears caused by the coronavirus pandemic following a recent Court of…
Winding-up petitions after April 1st – what are the new rules?
As of 1 April 2022, the temporary restrictions on issuing winding-up petitions will come to an end, as part of a general relaxation of coronavirus-related legislation. Peter Barlow examines if…
Harrison Drury helps PJM Property Investments Group acquire three new sites
Harrison Drury's commercial property team has helped an acquisitive property investment group to acquire three new properties in Central Lancashire. PJM Property Investments Ltd has acquired Cuerden Green Mill in…
An introduction to the Environment Act 2021 and important updates for land and property developers
In November 2021, the Environment Act 2021 became law introducing a wave of measures set to impact land and property developers. Alex Walmsley, solicitor in Harrison Drury’s property litigation department,…
New laws and Code of Practice for commercial rent arrears – what does it mean for you?
Alex Walmsley, solicitor in our property litigation team at Harrison Drury, looks at the government’s newly announced Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Bill and new Code of Practice for commercial rent arrears…
Rights and remedies for tenants and landlords following coronavirus
Hayley Bamber, property litigation specialist at Harrison Drury, offers guidance on how landlords and tenants can reach agreements regarding rent payments and take a proactive approach to renegotiating a lease.…
Construction sector update: Managing the reopening of sites
Alex Walmsley, solicitor in Harrison Drury’s property and construction litigation team offers guidance for contractors and sub-contractors during a period of uncertainty for the construction sector as the government looks…
Coronavirus and its impact on the construction sector
Alex Walmsley, solicitor in Harrison Drury’s property and construction litigation team offers guidance for contractors and sub-contractors during a period of uncertainty for the construction sector. Last updated March 25,…
