Everyone has been placed under huge strain by the current Coronavirus emergency. In this fast developing situation, the Government announced a number of measures to assist both employers and employees get through the present financial problem. The Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has been announced, the purpose of which is to provide grants to employers […]
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Government’s Support for Business through Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
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Our Business Continuity Plan regarding Coronavirus (Covid-19)
We realise that the coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak is causing huge disruption throughout the country and the world and the evolution of the virus is causing considerable anxiety and worry. We at CVC, are doing everything we can to ensure it is business as usual. Our concern is the health and safety of everyone we work […]
Time of the essence
You’ve agreed with someone to manufacture something bespoke for you. Maybe a large household item, something as a present for someone else or a treat for yourself. You find a manufacturer who can produce the item and get into discussions with them about price, specifications and how quickly they can produce the item. They seem […]
Tenant fee changes
Just over 2 weeks on from the coming into force of the Tenant Fees Act 2019 it is worth taking stock on the significant changes that have come into force since the 1st June 2019. The Act bans Landlords or their agents from demanding any payments in respect of qualifying tenancy agreements save for those […]
Are you eligible for a refund of overpaid Lasting Power of Attorney registration fee?
Did you know that if you registered a Lasting Power of Attorney with the Office of Public Guardian between 2013 and 2017 you may have been overcharged by them? To check if you are eligible for a refund visit http://gov.uk/power-of-attorney-refund. The exact amount will depend on when the registration was made, and claims must be […]
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New driving laws for 2019
As we move into 2019, there are a raft of new motoring laws being enacted and a number of existing laws for which enforcement is being focused upon. To make sure that your driving experience is as smooth as possible over the coming months, here are a few items to be aware of. Learner drivers […]
Clamping down on rogue bailiffs
Intimidating bailiffs are to be subject to renewed scrutiny under plans designed to end aggressive practices and help protect vulnerable people. Rob Synnott, solicitor specialising in Litigation in our Penzance office said, “The majority of bailiffs work within the law, but it is clear some are making lives a misery and ruining the industry’s reputation.”. […]
Right to refuse a business tenancy cannot be misused
An interesting case is currently making its way through the court system and may have far reaching implications for the landlord/tenant relationship in relation to tenancy renewals; making it more difficult for a landlord to refuse the renewal of a tenancy. Rob Synnott, litigation solicitor in our Penzance office explained “The courts are becoming less […]
New member of our Conveyancing Team
Matt Rodd has joined our Conveyancing Team. Matt qualified as a Solicitor in 2006. He was a partner in a busy Leeds city centre law firm where he worked for 15 years until recently returning to his roots in Cornwall. Over the course of his career Matt has gained an extensive knowledge of the residential property market dealing […]
What’s the solution to noise pollution?
If you live in a built-up area, it is easy to become desensitised to general background noise. Modern life provides a steady stream of traffic sounds, animated conversation, noise from electric tools, dogs barking and all manner of intrusions that become commonplace. But what if the noise is unusually loud, lasts for longer than would […]
