Rogers & Norton are proud to announce that, in partnership with Norfolk Community Law Service (NCLS), as from the 28th of January 2009 we shall be appearing live on Future Radio 96.9FM to offer a free 'Legal Hotspot' to listeners.
The Legal Hotspot is to be aired on Future Radio's Community Chest Show on the final Wednesday of every month at approximately 11 am. It is to offer listeners an opportunity to pitch their legal questions in advance of the show for lawyers to answer live on air.
As far as we are aware this is the first collaboration of its type in the Norfolk area. We are hopeful that along with answering a number of legal problems the Legal Hotspot will also assist in increasing the general awareness of Future Radio's listeners to the legal services that are on offer locally.
The free Legal Hotspot concept was developed by Future Radio in collaboration with NCLS and Rogers & Norton’s Tom Lawrence, who is a solicitor in our Private Client Department. Tom said “I would like to thank NCLS and Future Radio for all of their help in making the idea a reality. It has taken a lot of time and considerable effort to bring it all together, but I am hopeful that it will provide listeners with a useful forum for obtaining answers to those thorny legal issues which we all come across from time to time.”
Mark Hambling, who is a partner and member of the marketing development team at Rogers and Norton, said “We are very appreciative of Tom's hard work and dedication in seeing his idea through to what we are sure will become a successful relationship with both NCLS and Future Radio. We hope that the Legal Hotspot shall become a show not to be missed by listeners!”
Please watch our website www.rogers-norton.co.uk for future details. If you would like to listen to the podcasts of the shows, they will be made after the monthly shows on the Future Radio website (www.futureradio.co.uk).
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Monday, December 22, 2008
Proposed changes to the statutory legacy limits on Intestacy
As part of Rogers & Norton’s continuing drive to keep clients and professional contacts up to date with legal developments, we can advise that the Ministry of Justice has announced that as from the 1st February 2009 married couples/civil partners whose spouse/civil partner dies without leaving a Will, are set to benefit from an increase in the statutory legacy limits under proposals published by the government.
The limits are currently set at £125,000 where the deceased leaves a surviving spouse/civil partner and children, and £200,000 where the deceased leaves a surviving spouse/civil partner and parents or siblings, but no children. The limits have not been increased since 1993.
It is proposed that the new levels of the statutory legacy will increase to £250,000 and £450,000 respectively. The statutory legacy is the amount payable to a surviving spouse/civil partner from the estate of his/her partner who dies intestate, that is, without leaving a Will.
Justice Minister Bridget Prentice said:
“This increase will give extra protection to married couples and civil partners whose spouse or civil partner dies without making a Will. But it also highlights how important it is for men and women to make arrangements for their loved ones in the event of their death.
Married couples and civil partners should not assume that when their spouse or civil partner dies, they will automatically be entitled to everything. It is up to the individuals to make sure that their wishes are respected by making a Will.
My message to people is, don’t leave it to chance. Make sure your loved ones are properly provided for by leaving a Will.”
Tom Lawrence, a solicitor in our Private Client Department, said “The amendments to the statutory legacy limits are a welcome change. However we strongly urge people against placing any reliance on these provisions and continue to advise all our clients that making a Will is a sensible and prudent step to take as soon as possible.”
If you have any queries on this subject please do feel free to contact our Private Client Department by either email to willsrogers-norton.co.uk or by telephone on 01603 666001.
The limits are currently set at £125,000 where the deceased leaves a surviving spouse/civil partner and children, and £200,000 where the deceased leaves a surviving spouse/civil partner and parents or siblings, but no children. The limits have not been increased since 1993.
It is proposed that the new levels of the statutory legacy will increase to £250,000 and £450,000 respectively. The statutory legacy is the amount payable to a surviving spouse/civil partner from the estate of his/her partner who dies intestate, that is, without leaving a Will.
Justice Minister Bridget Prentice said:
“This increase will give extra protection to married couples and civil partners whose spouse or civil partner dies without making a Will. But it also highlights how important it is for men and women to make arrangements for their loved ones in the event of their death.
Married couples and civil partners should not assume that when their spouse or civil partner dies, they will automatically be entitled to everything. It is up to the individuals to make sure that their wishes are respected by making a Will.
My message to people is, don’t leave it to chance. Make sure your loved ones are properly provided for by leaving a Will.”
Tom Lawrence, a solicitor in our Private Client Department, said “The amendments to the statutory legacy limits are a welcome change. However we strongly urge people against placing any reliance on these provisions and continue to advise all our clients that making a Will is a sensible and prudent step to take as soon as possible.”
If you have any queries on this subject please do feel free to contact our Private Client Department by either email to willsrogers-norton.co.uk or by telephone on 01603 666001.
Friday, December 12, 2008
Rogers & Norton Charity Golf Day 2008
Cancer care in Norfolk has been given a boost thanks to the efforts of over 100 golfers who took part in a special event in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. A total of £3,100 was raised at the Rogers & Norton Charity Golf Day held at Bawburgh as part of Macmillan’s ‘World’s Biggest Coffee Morning’ event. “The money will now be used to provide better care and information for the people of Norfolk,” said Helen Chapman, Macmillan’s Fund Raising Manager. “We have a mobile information centre which tours the villages and market towns of Norfolk and last year we gave grants of over £70,000 to cancer sufferers in the county. Our thanks go to Rogers & Norton for their valuable support.”
Added Graham Knights from Rogers & Norton, “Unfortunately almost everyone will know someone who has been affected by cancer and that’s why people responded most generously on the day to support the fantastic work Macmillan continues to do. “We are already planning to run a similar event next year.”
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Monday, December 8, 2008
Corporate Manslaughter Seminar 26th November 2008
On the 26th November 2008 Rogers & Norton in conjunction with Heath Lambert Group hosted a seminar on the impact of Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007.
The seminar at Dunston Hall was attended by over 70 delegates and involved presentations by Mark Hambling and Phil Kerridge, both partners in the practice. Phil analysed the law prior to the 2007 Act coming into force on the 6th April 2008 and considered the law which remains in place following the Act and the current sentencing regime under the Health and Safety at Work legislation.
Mark analysed the new Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007 and provided an overview as to what will need to be proven for a successful prosecution and advised on the steps that employers should take so as to ensure that they do as much as possible to avoid prosecution in the unfortunate event of a fatality in the workplace
Commenting on the seminar Mark Hambling indicated that "Rogers & Norton were delighted to be able to co-host this seminar with Heath Lambert and analyse both the legal and insurance issues. The seminar was very popular and clearly demonstrated the awareness of local businesses as to the impact of this Act and the need to be pro-active in ensuring compliance with the legislation".
Following the seminar both Mark and Phil indicated that they are more than happy to discuss, without obligation and initially without charge, the impact of the new Act should any delegate wish to make contact
Although the seminar has now concluded, both Mark and Phil will be happy to answer any further questions on the impact of the Act and can be contacted on the details listed below.
Philip Kerridge
Telephone: 01603 675612
Email: pnk@rogers-norton.co.uk
Mark Hambling
Telephone: 01603 675668
Email: mbh@rogers-norton.co.uk
The seminar at Dunston Hall was attended by over 70 delegates and involved presentations by Mark Hambling and Phil Kerridge, both partners in the practice. Phil analysed the law prior to the 2007 Act coming into force on the 6th April 2008 and considered the law which remains in place following the Act and the current sentencing regime under the Health and Safety at Work legislation.
Mark analysed the new Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007 and provided an overview as to what will need to be proven for a successful prosecution and advised on the steps that employers should take so as to ensure that they do as much as possible to avoid prosecution in the unfortunate event of a fatality in the workplace
Commenting on the seminar Mark Hambling indicated that "Rogers & Norton were delighted to be able to co-host this seminar with Heath Lambert and analyse both the legal and insurance issues. The seminar was very popular and clearly demonstrated the awareness of local businesses as to the impact of this Act and the need to be pro-active in ensuring compliance with the legislation".
Following the seminar both Mark and Phil indicated that they are more than happy to discuss, without obligation and initially without charge, the impact of the new Act should any delegate wish to make contact
Although the seminar has now concluded, both Mark and Phil will be happy to answer any further questions on the impact of the Act and can be contacted on the details listed below.
Philip Kerridge
Telephone: 01603 675612
Email: pnk@rogers-norton.co.uk
Mark Hambling
Telephone: 01603 675668
Email: mbh@rogers-norton.co.uk
Monday, November 24, 2008
The Norwich Business Houses League
The Norwich Business Houses League is starting its 85th season in rude health with 32 teams split across three leagues and a continuing determination to be at the very heart of grass roots football.
It is also the ninth season it has been sponsored by Norwich based solicitors Rogers & Norton and in recognition, the firm's Practice Manager, Graham Knights is a League Vice-President.
"We are proud of the long tradition we continue," said League Chairman, Michael Banham. "We believe the values of the League when it started in
1924 of fair play, healthy competition and fun are still being carried on today. It is also good to see many teams featuring father and sons, that's why we believe we are carrying on the tradition of true grass roots football."
That spirit of fair play is also extended to referees. After matches each team is required to give marks on the referee's performance and last season Iain Banham, who has been the man in the middle for five years, took top spot and received the ROGERS & NORTON Referee's Cup and a special engraved tankard .
"Referees are often forgotten but without them there would be no league," said Mr Banham. "So we like to recognise the vital role they play.
"We are also grateful for the continuing support of Rogers & Norton which helps ensure we continue to run the league and can provide trophies for the top teams. In light of this we were delighted that Graham Knights accepted our invitation to become Vice-President."
Added Mr Knights from Rogers & Norton, "We see our sponsorship as putting something back into the local community and helping to ensure players of all levels and abilities can continue to enjoy a game of football at the weekend."
The Norwich Businesses Houses League was started in 1924 with the then thriving shoe industry being a major driving force and the founding rule that all teams must be within 10 mile radius of the Norwich Inner Ring Road still holds. Today the 'Shoe Trade Cup' remains the most coveted oF the League's annual trophies.
Last season it was a clean sweep for Drayton FC who did the Treble by winning DIVISION ONE, The SHOE TRADE Cup AND DIVISION ONE LEAGUE CUP. They will be working hard to defend their trophies this year.
It is also the ninth season it has been sponsored by Norwich based solicitors Rogers & Norton and in recognition, the firm's Practice Manager, Graham Knights is a League Vice-President.
"We are proud of the long tradition we continue," said League Chairman, Michael Banham. "We believe the values of the League when it started in
1924 of fair play, healthy competition and fun are still being carried on today. It is also good to see many teams featuring father and sons, that's why we believe we are carrying on the tradition of true grass roots football."
That spirit of fair play is also extended to referees. After matches each team is required to give marks on the referee's performance and last season Iain Banham, who has been the man in the middle for five years, took top spot and received the ROGERS & NORTON Referee's Cup and a special engraved tankard .
"Referees are often forgotten but without them there would be no league," said Mr Banham. "So we like to recognise the vital role they play.
"We are also grateful for the continuing support of Rogers & Norton which helps ensure we continue to run the league and can provide trophies for the top teams. In light of this we were delighted that Graham Knights accepted our invitation to become Vice-President."
Added Mr Knights from Rogers & Norton, "We see our sponsorship as putting something back into the local community and helping to ensure players of all levels and abilities can continue to enjoy a game of football at the weekend."
The Norwich Businesses Houses League was started in 1924 with the then thriving shoe industry being a major driving force and the founding rule that all teams must be within 10 mile radius of the Norwich Inner Ring Road still holds. Today the 'Shoe Trade Cup' remains the most coveted oF the League's annual trophies.
Last season it was a clean sweep for Drayton FC who did the Treble by winning DIVISION ONE, The SHOE TRADE Cup AND DIVISION ONE LEAGUE CUP. They will be working hard to defend their trophies this year.
Monday, October 6, 2008
Energy Performance Certificates October 2008
To help improve the energy efficiency of buildings and to reflect legislation, the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) was first introduced for the marketed sale of homes as part of Home Information Packs.
From 1st October 2008 the legislation was widened to state that in the event of completion of construction, sale or letting of all buildings (with some small exceptions), an EPC will need to be provided. This includes all commercial properties and homes, including those being let on assured shorthold tenancies.
All sellers and landlords will be legally required to show prospective buyers or tenants an EPC prior to selling or letting their property. Those who do not produce an EPC when required could be fined £200 but must obtain an EPC or risk further fines or penalty charge. In most cases this will be fixed at 12.5% of the rateable value of the building capped at a maximum of £5,000.
If you require any more information or want us to put you in touch with an assessor, please contact Bruce Faulkner (01603 675608 / bwf@rogers-norton.co.uk) or Marc Grieg (01603 675617 / mcg@rogers-norton.co.uk).
From 1st October 2008 the legislation was widened to state that in the event of completion of construction, sale or letting of all buildings (with some small exceptions), an EPC will need to be provided. This includes all commercial properties and homes, including those being let on assured shorthold tenancies.
All sellers and landlords will be legally required to show prospective buyers or tenants an EPC prior to selling or letting their property. Those who do not produce an EPC when required could be fined £200 but must obtain an EPC or risk further fines or penalty charge. In most cases this will be fixed at 12.5% of the rateable value of the building capped at a maximum of £5,000.
If you require any more information or want us to put you in touch with an assessor, please contact Bruce Faulkner (01603 675608 / bwf@rogers-norton.co.uk) or Marc Grieg (01603 675617 / mcg@rogers-norton.co.uk).
Friday, September 12, 2008
Rogers and Norton Solicitors coming to a YouTube screen near you
Making best use of all available forms of communication in helping to get your business message across to clients and customers (both new and existing) has always been important and, perhaps, even more so than ever before in view of the current economic climate.
As part of Rogers and Norton’s continuing drive to embrace all forms of up to the minute communication, this week saw Tom Lawrence, who is a Solicitor in our private client team, take part in the first ever BNI meeting in the UK where members “60 second” presentations were digitally recorded to video before being placed on the internet website site YouTube for all to view.
Mark Hambling, who is a partner and member of the marketing development team at Rogers and Norton, said “as a firm Rogers and Norton are committed to utilising all advances in media technology to enhance our communication with our existing and potential clients, contacts and increase access to the legal profession”.
As part of Rogers and Norton’s continuing drive to embrace all forms of up to the minute communication, this week saw Tom Lawrence, who is a Solicitor in our private client team, take part in the first ever BNI meeting in the UK where members “60 second” presentations were digitally recorded to video before being placed on the internet website site YouTube for all to view.
Mark Hambling, who is a partner and member of the marketing development team at Rogers and Norton, said “as a firm Rogers and Norton are committed to utilising all advances in media technology to enhance our communication with our existing and potential clients, contacts and increase access to the legal profession”.
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