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Our Q&A section has solutions for a variety of issues, including neighbour disputes, problems with your employer, or your consumer rights.

Potential payout for age-related dismissal

My employer is dismissing me unfairly deliberately stating that they can afford the consequences of age discrimination. How much would I be able to claim for age discrimination?

Pothole caused severe car damage

While driving recently I hit a pothole in the road, leading to severe damage to my car. I took a photo of it as evidence. What options do I have?

Power cut caused death of fish

A power cut across the country had led to my expensive pet fish dying. Is there any way I can claim for losses?

Pressured into immediate car purchase

I purchased a car from a dealership but I was unhappy at the way in which it was sold to me. I feel that I was pushed into purchasing an extended warranty as it was sold as a “today only” offer. I have since found out that this is not truly the case. The garage is saying that there is no cooling-off period as it was purchased at the premises. What do you advise I do?

Preventing ex-employee from working nearby

A veterinary surgeon employee of mine has left, breaching the terms of the employment contract. He left 3 months ago. I would like to place a restriction whereupon the ex employee cannot work within a 5 mile radius of the establishment for a period of 6 months. Is this acceptable?