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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.

Worried about job due to time taken off to care for sick father

My father has a serious disease and my mum is unable to take of him by herself so I have moved back with them to look after my father who needs to be regularly taken to the hospital. I also suffer from aneurisms when I am under stress. I have explained this to my employer and I fear that that I may be forced to resign as I constantly have to take care of my family.

Worried about legal liability for heart attack employee

My employee recently suffered a minor heart attack away from the site. He now would like to return to work but I would like to know what my legal liabilities are?

Worried about my neighbour accessing my roof

My neighbour has been granted permission to access my roof for a few days while he does some repairs on his roof. I am worried that he will cause damage to my roof during his repairs. What should I do?

Worried about neighbour's ivy causing damage to my property

My neighbour’s ivy is growing rapidly onto my land and I am worried that it may start causing damage to my garage. What should I do?

Worried a competing shop may open next door

I currently own an optometrist shop that is situated next to a vacated shop owned by a supermarket chain. There are plans for the shop beside me to expand. If the supermarket lets the unit to another optometrist, this could have wider effects on my shop next door.