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Looking ahead to April, wage increase
From the 01 April 2018 the minimum wage will increase to the below:
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Refund and Repairs? The Hidden Trap in Overreaching Civil Claims
Customers often try to claim a refund, repairs, and compensation for inconvenience all at once, but the courts rarely indulge “Earth, Moon and stars” claims.
Motor Finance Commission Claims: FCA and SRA Crack Down on CMCs, Fees and Misleading Adverts
The FCA and SRA have issued clear reminders to Claims Management Companies and law firms: check customers are not already represented, keep termination fees fair, and stop misleading promotions.
From Workshop to Courtroom: Garage wins after non-payment claim
A repair dispute over a BMW timing chain escalated into a courtroom battle, with allegations the garage missed deeper engine damage. The Judge sided with the garage, awarding the invoice, storage, and costs, and highlighting the value of clear notes and sensible process.
Sale or Return Car Scandals: Who really owns the vehicle when it’s sold?
Sale or Return sounds simple until it goes wrong, and recent high-profile failures show just how quickly sellers can lose control of their money and their vehicle.
Car Trouble Years Later: Who’s to Blame, the Customer or the Trader?
When a fault surfaces years after a sale, who carries the burden under the Consumer Rights Act 2015? Here’s the quick guide traders need to protect their position and respond confidently.
