Chronicle Law

Is It Time to Audit Your Law Firm’s Website? This morning we bring you a piece written by Olivia Fishwick from Accesspoint Legal which serves to help you review your legal website. Deciding when to invest in a new website can be challenging. As legal professionals, you aren’t expected to be tech experts – Accesspoint can help you determine if it’s time for an upgrade. Here’s a quick audit you can do today by viewing your website as a potential client: 👉 Does It Look Modern? 👉 Is It Fast? 👉 Is It Easy to Navigate? 👉 Is the Tone Approachable? 👉 Is It SEO-Friendly? Why This Matters: Accesspoint have helped firms like Goodman Ray, HSR Law Solicitors, and TV Edwards redesign their sites, balancing professionalism with a user-friendly, modern experience. Click the link to read more and get in touch with Olivia https://lnkd.in/dcfA_2yv #LawFirmMarketing #LegalWebsite #WebsiteAudit #LawFirmWebsite #LegalTech #SEO #DigitalTransformation #ClientExperience #WebsiteDesign #LegalMarketing #Solicitor

Professional vs. Hobbyist Genealogists: Understanding the Difference Genealogy has become a popular pastime in the UK, thanks to shows like Who Do You Think You Are? and the growing availability of online records. Yet, when it comes to accuracy, accountability, and the complexity of research, a distinction exists between hobbyist genealogists and certified professionals. In this article Callum Emmerson of Blanchards outlines the key differences between a professional genealogist that offers their services to the legal sector and a hobbyist genealogist in the UK. Whether for personal interest or legal accuracy, understanding the differences in qualifications, skills, and services offered can help you decide when hiring a professional genealogist is the right choice. Click the link to read the full article https://lnkd.in/d2K4qCak #Genealogy #ProfessionalGenealogist #FamilyHistory #UKGenealogy #Research #Solicitor #WillsAndProbate #LegalSearches #LawFirm

Manage your stress as a lawyer to STOP the burnout before it starts! Good Morning! Today we bring you Part 2 of our 'Mental Health in the Legal Profession' FAQ series with Jamie Kelly of YTherapy - Workplace Burnout and Trauma Specialist In a world where we often feel driven to burnout by the pressures of our work Kelly takes care to answer the questions submitted by solicitors to discuss how lawyers can effectively manage their stress in the workplace to prevent becoming burnt out. With special thanks to Thrive Law and Oakwood Solicitors Ltd in providing access to questions from the legal profession. Read the full piece here https://lnkd.in/dtzzQj4b #StressAsALawyer #PreventBurnout #MentalHealth #LawFirm #Solicitor #YTherapy #ThriveLaw #OakwoodSolicitors #WorplaceStress

We are 1 week away from publishing our October newsletter and we are very excited to bring you a round-up of this month's news from our authors in the profession and our legal suppliers. This month's edition will encompass our most engaged with features on our website and social media platform to include some insightful articles about mental health in the workplace, to data security concerns, how to support cohabiting couples at risk of inheritance issues and a recent case heard in the family law court. You won't want to miss out - subscribe using this link https://lnkd.in/eyAt_6nS #ChronicleLaw #MentalHealthAwareness #LegalNews #Solicitor #FamilyLaw #WillsAndProbate #DataProtection #CyberSecurity #Inheritance

Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Know Your Rights in Cases of Medical Negligence October highlights the importance of breast cancer awareness and early detection. But what happens when a delay in diagnosis or treatment leads to further complications? Medical negligence can have life-changing consequences. This afternoon we share with you an article by Jade Glover of Oakwood Solicitors Ltd which not only provides very useful information about the symptoms of breast cancer, how to check yourself and when to seek GP advice, Glover pays attention to the options available when there has been a failure in your diagnosis or treatment. Do click the link to learn when a case should be considered for a medical negligence claim, common compensation claims and how a claim can be funded. https://lnkd.in/dyvNgMqa #BreastCancerAwareness #MedicalNegligence #KnowYourRights #Compensation #OakwoodSolicitors

Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Know Your Rights in Cases of Medical Negligence October highlights the importance of breast cancer awareness and early detection. But what happens when a delay in diagnosis or treatment leads to further complications? Medical negligence can have life-changing consequences. This afternoon we share with you an article by Jade Glover of Oakwood Solicitors Ltd which not only provides very useful information about the symptoms of breast cancer, how to check yourself and when to seek GP advice, Glover pays attention to the options available when there has been a failure in your diagnosis or treatment. Do click the link to learn when a case should be considered for a medical negligence claim, common compensation claims and how a claim can be funded. https://lnkd.in/dyvNgMqa #BreastCancerAwareness #MedicalNegligence #KnowYourRights #Compensation #OakwoodSolicitors

Can the DVLA Share Your Data with Private Car Parking Companies? Ever received a hefty £100 parking fine from a private company and wondered how they got your details? The answer is simple: Yes, the DVLA can share your data with private car parking companies. This morning we share an article from Kristy Gouldsmith of Spencer West LLP which provides discussion of the legal framework that the DVLA relies upon to release data to private companies and how the ICO regulate the DVLA's legal justification for sharing such data. If you're curious about how data protection laws impact you, it's always good to stay informed! You can read the full article using this link https://lnkd.in/dReNwNn7 #DVLA #ParkingFines #GDPR #DataProtection #VehicleData #ICO #LegalCompliance #Privacy

The Critical Role of Hair Strand Testing in Family Court Cases This afternoon we are pleased to share a case study from Cansford Laboratories Ltd. In family court, reliable evidence is crucial when it comes to ensuring the safety and well-being of children. In this commentary from Kim Bagley there is discussion of how critical the role of forensic tests like Hair strand testing (HST), along with PEth and EtG blood tests, played a decisive role in this recent case involving two young children under an interim care order due to their parents' history of substance and alcohol misuse. For more about the child protection case click the link to read the full report https://lnkd.in/dyisEG8g If you're involved in a family court case and need guidance on hair strand testing, Cansford Laboratories Ltd. is here to help. #FamilyCourt #ChildProtection #SubstanceMisuse #HairStrandTesting #ForensicEvidence #CansfordLabs #PEth #EtG

Four Reasons Why Law Firms Need Cyber Essentials Last month, the team at Atlas Cloud published a major report on the UK legal sector, analyzing over 5,000 law firms for cyber security competence. Some analysis of the findings was published on our website last month. Shockingly, fewer than 2 in 10 firms (15%) have Cyber Essentials accreditation – a critical Government-backed scheme. In this article from Pete Watson – Atlas Cloud, he discusses the key reasons why law firms should prioritise Cyber Essentials. 1️⃣ Public Sector Supply Chain Requirement 2️⃣ Simplified Insurance Process 3️⃣ Lexcel Accreditation 4️⃣ Boost Your Reputation Find out more by reading the findings the discussion in full https://lnkd.in/dJSys-PB #CyberEssentials #LegalSector #CyberSecurity #LawFirms #AtlasCloud #DataProtection #Insurance

Cohabiting Couples at Risk: Help Protect their Loved Ones with a Will Did you know 68% of cohabiting couples in the UK are unaware that, without a Will, they have no automatic right to inherit their partner’s estate? This leaves many vulnerable to serious financial hardship, regardless of how long they've lived together or whether they have children. As a solicitor, you can help address this issue by participating in the Will Aid campaign this November. By volunteering to write basic Wills in exchange for charity donations, you can ensure couples protect their legal rights while supporting great causes. Learn more in this article from Peter De Vena Franks of Will Aid https://lnkd.in/dhmtEgty #WillAid #EstatePlanning #CohabitingCouples #Solicitors #Inheritance #Charity #Wills #LegalProtection