Episodes
In this episode, we explain some hints and tips on how to make the most of the final months before the SQE1 exams. With the exams fast approaching, we often get asked what is the best way to revise and use the remaining time most effectively. Here's our answer - enjoy! www.wearedevilsadvocate.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 05/03/24
In a residential neighbourhood, a homeowner, who had previously agreed to a positive covenant to maintain a communal garden, decides to sell their property. The original homeowner enters into an indemnity with the buyer. What does this mean when the new owner neglects the garden maintenance, leading to legal action from the affected neighbours? A. The affected neighbours can sue both the original homeowner and the new owner, as the indemnity effectively transfers the burden of the positive...
Published 04/22/24
Published 04/22/24
We often get asked: what is Company Law? And how is it different to Business Law? Please don't say we have to learn more for the SQE exam... Don't fear: we are here to offer clarity. We are getting deep into the bones of company law to try and get a grip on what this is. What does it mean? What does it cover? And what are its key rules? Join us as we tackle company law and discuss what you need to know for the SQE1 exam. Model articles for private companies limited by shares - GOV.UK...
Published 04/03/24
A business made a total turnover of £450,000 in the 2023/24 accounting period, with deductible expenditure of £115,000 and total capital allowances of £12,000. The total capital gains, after all applicable deductions, was £100,000. The business has a £26,000 trading loss to carry forward from last year. There were no other losses in the accounting period. What is the business’s total taxable profit for the 2023/4 accounting...
Published 03/18/24
What happens when it all goes wrong? What does it mean to breach the Code of Conduct, the SRA Principles and the SRA Accounts Rules? In this episode, we explore the case of a solicitor who was brought before the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal by the SRA. The case brings out some really important stuff that is very examinable for your SQE: ethics and professional conduct, which are pervasive. 12414.2022.Huxtable.pdf (solicitorstribunal.org.uk) Solicitor struck off after trying to hide SRA...
Published 03/04/24
Your client is a laundry company. It wants to enter into a contract with a new detergent supplier. The client gets in touch with the supplier and sends them a contract offer – to buy 3 loads of detergent for £250 on their standard terms. The detergent company replies with another offer – 4 loads for £600 on their standard terms. Your client then goes back with a new offer - £260 for 5 on their standard terms. The detergent company replies by saying they would accept £360 for 3 on the laundry...
Published 02/19/24
We are deep-diving into royal prerogatives, covering how they operate in a real-life context. Transport yourself back to a courtroom in 2016, then trade and cooperation agreement negotiations in 2020, before finishing with the present and how royal prerogatives operate today. Here are some helpful links to what we discussed in the episode: Miller and Santos v. Secretary of State [2016] EWHC 2768 (Admin); case transcript (see para 5): Microsoft Word - brexit181016.doc (judiciary.uk) The...
Published 02/05/24
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Published 08/31/23
We are covering the important sections of the Sale of Goods Act 1979 (SoGA), including the implied terms (sections 12, 13, 14 and 15) as well as terms on the remedies for a breach of a sale of goods contract between businesses. The Sale of Goods Act 1979 governs contracts for the sale of goods between two businesses. This forms a significant part of the Contract Law module. Having a thorough understanding of SoGA therefore gives you a really good chance of smashing any contract law MCQs that...
Published 08/24/23
You need to know the principles of negligence and the Consumer Protection Act 1987 for the SQE1 exam. Join us as we discuss what this means and the blackletter law behind these principles. We will be particularly focussing on the Consumer Protection Act 1987, as that is a tricky, unique area of the law that needs a bit more coverage to be familiar with. Consumer Protection Act 1987 (legislation.gov.uk) www.wearedevilsadvocate.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 08/10/23