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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.

What consitutes gross misconduct

My employee is being investigated tomorrow for gross misconduct and negligence. What are the requirement for an action to be gross misconduct?

What to check for when buying a second hand car

I am buying a used car and I would like to know what checks I should carry out when buying a car second-hand.

When can employee return to work after stroke

I would like advice on my employee’s capability to work and when they should be likely to return. My employee has been off sick due to a recent stroke. Sick notes have been provided throughout his absence.

Who is responsible for maintenance of fence

I am currently in dispute with my neighbour with regards to the ownership and obligational duty of a fence. My neighbour is disputing that he is liable to pay half for it. I have lived in this property for 7 years. I did not put the fence up as it was there before my ownership. I have also maintained my side of the fence by painting it. I have not looked at my deeds of the plan yet but I would like to know who has ownership?

Who pays for tree removal requested by neighbour

I would like some information about the removal of a tree from my property. It is lifting my next door neighbour’s patio and they have asked me to remove it. I do not really want to but I will do so; however, I would like to know who is responsible for the costs of removal.