Dispute Resolution Solicitors

Expert Solicitors To Help You Solve A Dispute

WB Pennine Solicitor’s Dispute Resolution Solicitors are here to help our clients resolve unfortunate disputes. Disputes and disagreements can arise in many circumstances. Whether it’s a workplace dispute, an issue with a neighbour, or even with a friend or family member, talk to us first.

It’s no secret that having experienced dispute resolution solicitors on your side is a massive help when dealing with a dispute. Whether you’re pursuing a claim or defending one, our litigation solicitors will give you invaluable advice when dealing with your claim.

How Our Dispute Resolution Solicitors Can Help You

Our experienced team of solicitors can help you with your claims in many areas of law, and we will thrive to do our best for you, finding a solution that works most effectively.

Services Included

Alternative Dispute Resolution
Consumer Dispute Solicitors
Contract Dispute Resolution
Wills and Estates Disputes
Injunctions
Professional Negligence Solicitors
Landlord and Tenant Dispute Solicitors
Property Dispute Solicitors

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Whilst our team relish the challenge of dealing with disputes that go to court, our client’s best interests are always at the heart of what we do. We will explore many possible avenues when it comes to dispute resolution. Sometimes, settling the dispute out of court is the best option, so we will certainly consider whether this is the most suitable route for your case.

There are many different types of dispute resolution, which are as follows:

Mediation is one of the most popular types of Alternative Dispute Resolution. This method involves a Mediator; a third-party person who is unbiased. The Mediator will open a dialogue between the parties involved in the dispute, with the hope that they can agree outside of court.

Arbitration is a type of Alternative Dispute Resolution that involves getting a legal expert involved who understands the technical details of a dispute. Arbitration is completely private, and the two parties will be legally bound by the arbitrator’s decision. It is relatively informal and is often more flexible and affordable than other forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution.

Without prejudice negotiations do not involve a third-party negotiator. Instead, it enables the two parties to engage in a constructive discourse together. This method of dispute resolution encourages the parties to be open and honest with each other because anything they say in a ‘without prejudice’ meeting is confidential and can only be shown to the court when deciding liability for costs post-judgement.

Furthermore, this type of Alternative Dispute Resolution can be helpful even if a full settlement isn’t reached because the open communication between the parties may have resolved some issues. In turn, this can make the court proceedings quicker and more cost-effective.

Early neutral evaluation is a non-binding form of Alternative Dispute Resolution in which a neutral third party – usually a judge, retired judge, or King’s Counsel – will listen to both parties’ submissions and explain their view on the likely outcome if the dispute were to go to trial. The view of the third party involves no prejudice and is not legally binding on the parties involved, but the evaluation usually helps to encourage settlement discussions.

Adjudication is used in building and construction disputes, this type of ADR involves a third party called an ‘adjudicator’ who is usually an expert in the relevant subject matter. This person will consider the claims of both parties before making a decision. That decision then becomes binding on both parties unless or until the dispute is settled in another way, such as arbitration, litigation, or agreement.

Adjudication is a speedy method of alternative dispute resolution; under the statutory adjudication provisions, the adjudicator has 28 days from the appointment to come to a decision.

Consumer Dispute Solicitors

Retailers and consumers can find themselves in disputes over goods or services that have been provided.

Consumers might start a dispute after a dissatisfactory experience with a service that’s been provided, the sale of goods that are not to their anticipated standard, or failure to maintain a contract with an insolvent trader, amongst other things.

An unhappy consumer can enlist the help of expert dispute resolution solicitors to deal with the retailer effectively. As a consumer, you’re more likely to find a good solution if you’re clued up on all your legal rights and the remedies available. Our dispute resolution solicitors can look through your contract and any relevant legislation for you, assisting you in reaching a solution you’re happy with. We’ll also try to ensure the process is as cost-effective for you as we can and explore options that involve asking the retailer to take certain actions to deal with the issue.

Contract Dispute Resolution

Contract disputes can be lengthy and stressful challenges for businesses and individuals. They can often lead to sleepless nights, but we’re here to take some of the weight off your shoulders. As experienced dispute resolution solicitors, WB Pennine Solicitors are here to help and assist you in navigating those challenges. With our wealth of knowledge and expert advice, can ensure any such dispute is more manageable.

A contract dispute may arise when a person or business does not act in accordance with a contract or actively seeks to breach that contract, which will then cause issues for the other parties to the contract.

If you suspect that an issue with a contract may arise, it’s a good idea to seek the advice of a legal professional as soon as you can. They may be able to help you mitigate the contractual issue and potentially prevent a serious dispute from arising. The longer you leave it, the bigger the risk of the dispute getting serious. It is vital that you get in touch with us quickly so we can act efficiently to help with your contract dispute, minimising the impact it may have on you or your business.

Wills and Estates Disputes

Disputes often arise during one of life’s most difficult times, adding stress and uncertainty for families and beneficiaries. Our dedicated team specialises in resolving these conflicts with compassion and expertise, ensuring that the wishes of the deceased are honoured and that the rights of all parties are respected. Whether you are contesting a will, dealing with executor misconduct, or seeking clarity on your inheritance rights, we are here to guide you through each step with the utmost professionalism and care.

  • Healthcare and Care Home Disputes: So many people across the country rely on the great care homes we are lucky to have. However, when health and social care services are cut, issues with the care homes can occur. Disputes regarding care homes can vary, from something like an issue with fees to a care home operator acting in an unsuitable way.

  • Inheritance Claims: Of course, the death of a family member is a distressing time for anyone, and that feeling of sadness can be emphasised if their Will isn’t valid or doesn’t satisfy everyone. If somebody has not been reasonably financially provided for on the death of a loved one, they might be able to bring about a claim against the Estate under The Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. This act is in place to protect dependants from financial difficulty if the Will has not sufficiently provided for them.

  • Trust Disputes: Acting as a trustee can bring about some complications, and sometimes this can result in a legal dispute. What if you’ve been appointed as a trustee but you no longer want to oblige by the duties involved with taking on that role? What if there are other trustees, and you disagree on how the trust should be managed? There could even be disputes between the trustees and the beneficiaries. The best thing you can do if an issue arises is to contact one of our experienced team members at WB Pennine Solicitors, whether you’re a trustee or a beneficiary.

Injunctions

Some disputes result in immediate action needing to be taken and this often comes in the form of an injunction.

An injunction is a Court order that prohibits a person or a business from taking certain acts or requires them to perform a certain action. When a legal dispute arises, injunctions are usually used to maintain current conditions so that neither party is disadvantaged while the dispute goes to trial.

WB Pennine Solicitors dispute resolution and dispute resolution solicitors have experience in acting for both those who are facing the threat of an injunction and those who are seeking an injunction against a person or business. Whether that’s for a dispute involving defamation, breach of restricted covenants, fraud claims or breach of confidentiality clauses, we are here to help.

For an injunction to be granted by the Court, strict criteria must be met. The party bringing the application for an injunction must provide to the Court substantial evidence of the proposed wronging to ensure the Court is well informed to consider whether an injunction is suitable.

There are different types of injunctions, including a Search Order, Freezing Order, and Disclosure Order. The evidence threshold does differ depending on the type and nature of the injunctions you are seeking.

We will provide you with an honest assessment of your case, and inform you of how likely you are to succeed in an application for an injunction.

Professional Negligence Solicitors

Sometimes, despite paying for professional service, it does not always go as planned.

If you have unfortunately experienced a professional service or advice that was delivered incorrectly or inadequately by an individual or company, which has resulted in a significant loss for you or your business, we understand how difficult this can be. But it’s important to know that you may be eligible to make a claim for professional negligence.

When a professional service is provided, there is a legal obligation for this to be done with sufficient due care and attention. Entering into an agreement for professional services, there is an implied obligation that the provider will provide you with all due care when conducting your matter. When this duty of care, is inadequate, you may be able to bring a claim for professional negligence against the service provider. Your claim can help you get back to the position you were before any financial loss was sustained, to enable you to now seek service from another provider.

If you feel that you have suffered professional negligence, please don’t hesitate to contact our friendly and efficient dispute resolution and dispute resolution solicitors at WB Pennine Solicitors.

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Property Disputes

Navigating the complexities of property ownership can often lead to disputes that are both time-consuming and stressful. Property dispute solicitors play a crucial role in resolving these conflicts, ensuring that legal rights are upheld and fair solutions are reached. Two common types of property disputes that frequently arise are boundary disputes and cases involving mis-sold or misrepresented properties.

Boundary disputes have been frustrating people for years. The tedious nature of such disputes can grind people’s gears. Problems between neighbours can occur in instances such as when one neighbour builds a fence, and the next-door neighbour is unhappy with the positioning of the fence. This can then spark a dispute over where the boundary lies, and who has the right to build on that area of land.

With boundary disputes, it’s a good idea to keep an eye on how much the dispute is costing you; and how much you’re paying to ‘win’ the dispute. In some cases, the land in question doesn’t have much value, so the costs involved with the dispute can quickly outweigh the value of the land. Plus, it’s important not to go into a boundary dispute ‘all guns blazing’, because it might not even be your neighbour’s fault. Boundaries can be unclear, so honest misunderstandings are very possible. Working with your neighbour to compromise and find a fair agreement is a good place to start.

The land registry plan or the pre-registration deeds for each property are likely to help determine where the boundary line is. Sometimes, however, the documents aren’t as clear as we’d like them to be.

If you think you may have a boundary dispute arising, get in touch with our experienced property dispute solicitors at WB Pennine Solicitors for some help finding the best solution.

When going through the process of buying a house, you will be told a lot of things about the property. Whilst some things that a seller tells you are likely to be ‘sugar-coated’ in an attempt to ‘talk up’ the house, you could end up taking these comments seriously and regard them as a statement of fact. After all, such statements can be the reason you bought the house.

When a seller makes a statement of fact that encourages a buyer to make the purchase, but that statement turns out to be wrong or untrue the buyer suffers a loss, this is misrepresentation.

If you believe you have a claim for misrepresentation of a property, you must be able to prove that the seller has answered an inquiry inaccurately. You must also be able to show that the seller was aware of the issue before you made the purchase. If you’re successful in proving these things, you may have a solid claim against the seller to cancel the contract, pull out of the house purchase and get your money back.

Alternatively, if the misrepresentation relates to a small issue with the house which could be rectified, your claim may win you some compensation for damages instead, or a decrease in the house’s value.

Landlord and Tenant Disputes

Disagreements and issues between landlords and tenants are common; it’s a relationship that people have been struggling with for a long time as their individual interests can clash. Maybe the amount of control a tenant wants over how they use the property is slightly more than the landlord’s ideal. Maybe a landlord increases the rent that the tenant has to pay, and the tenant is angry with this.

There are many ways a dispute between landlord and tenant can arise because, remember, this type of relationship can vary from residential to commercial. It could be a business owner renting a space for their business, which of course gives us a whole new list of possible disputes.

Essentially, most of these disputes arise when either the landlord or tenant breaches the contract. Whatever the reason for the dispute, our solicitors will give their best efforts to help you come to a satisfying solution as quickly and cost-effectively as we can.

Boundary disputes have been frustrating people for years. The tedious nature of such disputes can grind people’s gears. Problems between neighbours can occur in instances such as when one neighbour builds a fence, and the next-door neighbour is unhappy with the positioning of the fence. This can then spark a dispute over where the boundary lies, and who has the right to build on that area of land.

With boundary disputes, it’s a good idea to keep an eye on how much the dispute is costing you; and how much you’re paying to ‘win’ the dispute. In some cases, the land in question doesn’t have much value, so the costs involved with the dispute can quickly outweigh the value of the land. Plus, it’s important not to go into a boundary dispute ‘all guns blazing’, because it might not even be your neighbour’s fault. Boundaries can be unclear, so honest misunderstandings are very possible. Working with your neighbour to compromise and find a fair agreement is a good place to start.

The land registry plan or the pre-registration deeds for each property are likely to help determine where the boundary line is. Sometimes, however, the documents aren’t as clear as we’d like them to be.

If you think you may have a boundary dispute arising, get in touch with our experienced property dispute solicitors at WB Pennine Solicitors for some help finding the best solution.

When going through the process of buying a house, you will be told a lot of things about the property. Whilst some things that a seller tells you are likely to be ‘sugar-coated’ in an attempt to ‘talk up’ the house, you could end up taking these comments seriously and regard them as a statement of fact. After all, such statements can be the reason you bought the house.

When a seller makes a statement of fact that encourages a buyer to make the purchase, but that statement turns out to be wrong or untrue the buyer suffers a loss, this is misrepresentation.

If you believe you have a claim for misrepresentation of a property, you must be able to prove that the seller has answered an inquiry inaccurately. You must also be able to show that the seller was aware of the issue before you made the purchase. If you’re successful in proving these things, you may have a solid claim against the seller to cancel the contract, pull out of the house purchase and get your money back.

Alternatively, if the misrepresentation relates to a small issue with the house which could be rectified, your claim may win you some compensation for damages instead, or a decrease in the house’s value.

Get In Touch With Our Dispute Resolution Solicitors

Contact our expert dispute resolution solicitors for advice about enforcing your rights.

We have local offices across Penistone, Attercliffe, Gleadless, Barnsley, Hoyland and Hillsborough.

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