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The UK’s #1 legal consumer podcast! Brought to you by award-winning host, Hatti Suvari
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Busting the jargon to give you the essentials on divorce, family law, employment rights and much more.

29/10/2024

Disposable vapes to be banned from June!

The government has confirmed that the sale of disposable single-use vapes will be banned in England from June 2025.

Disposable vapes have caused environmental concerns due to their single-use nature, and their appeal to younger generations has come under fire, encouraging children to take up the smoking of vapes. The ban aims to reduce va**ng and encourage more sustainable alternatives.

However, many have said the ban could drive va**rs to the black market, where unregulated products may pose health risks.

Do you think single-use vapes should be banned?

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28/10/2024

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has introduced new guidelines to stop fashion brands from making misleading environmental claims.

Brands must now provide clear, accurate information about how sustainable their products truly are. This aims to combat when companies exaggerate eco-friendly credentials to attract customers.

If fashion brands can’t back up their claims with evidence, they could face legal action.

A win for transparency and consumers who care about the planet! Let’s hold brands accountable and make more informed choices when shopping sustainably!

23/10/2024

*NEW EPISODE*

Separated Parents & Parental Alienation.

Around 45% of all children in the UK will experience a break-up of their parents before their 16th birthday. Unfortunately, what is very common after parents separate, is that one parent tries to erase the other parent from their child’s life; usually talking negatively about the other parent to their child and trying to alienate the other parent from their life.

But what can you do if you’re in this situation?

In my latest episode I speak to senior and specialist family Barrister, Susannah Spence KC about the topic of ‘Parental Alienation’ to give you the advice you need to know if you are the parent being alienated, how to work on changing the situation and how to get help, as always in plain and simple English.

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/separated-parents-parental-alienation-what-is-it-consequences/id1485408692?i=1000673800606

21/10/2024

Exciting news for UK renters!

The Rental Reform Bill could help you suss out dodgy landlords. As a part of the bill, it is proposed that a Property Portal will be created, providing tenants with easy access to essential information about their landlords and rental properties.

This online platform will ensure landlords meet legal obligations, including property maintenance and safety standards. It empowers tenants to make informed decisions, know their rights, and verify that their rental homes meet the required standards. With greater transparency, renters will have more confidence and security when choosing where to live.

15/10/2024

A NEW law introduced last month will mean that tech-savvy owners of Bitcoin and other digital assets will benefit from greater legal protection.

The Property (Digital Assets etc) Bill, introduced in Parliament, will mean that for the first time in British history, digital holdings including cryptocurrency,
non-fungible tokens such as digital art, and carbon credits can be considered as personal property under the law. Previously, digital belongings were not definitively included in this scope leaving owners in a legal grey area if their assets were interfered with.

The new law will give legal protection to owners and companies against fraud and scams, while helping judges deal with complex cases where digital holdings are disputed or form part of settlements, for example in divorce cases.

10/10/2024

WOW! We are so excited to see record breaking download numbers on our Get Legally Speaking podcast in September, with over 230K of you listening!

Bringing jargon free legal information to everyday people is my passion! Empowering everyone to be their own legal advocate is so important to me and having so many listeners tune in, is simply amazing.

Comment below and let me know what episode you want to see next!

08/10/2024

*NEW EPISODE*

The Great Rise Of Fraud. What It Looks Like & How To Protect Yourself!

The impact on people that have been ripped off by fraudsters can be financially devastating; with many people loosing thousands of pounds to scams that come in various forms. In 2023, fraud cases more than doubled in the UK, accounting for 40% of ALL crime in England and Wales.

In this episode, I speak to seasoned barrister Emma Kiver to discuss the different faces of fraud and the sophisticated avenues used by fraudsters, telling you what you NEED TO KNOW and look out for, and steps the you can take if you have fallen victim to fraud, as always, in plain and simple English.

Click the link to listen! https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-great-rise-of-fraud-what-it-looks-like-how/id1485408692?i=1000672013536

01/10/2024

Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed that a “Hillsborough Law” will be introduced in Parliament before the next anniversary of the 1989 football stadium tragedy. A terrace crush at an FA Cup semi-final in Sheffield on 15 April 1989 resulted in the deaths of 97 Liverpool fans. The law, named after the disaster, will introduce a legal duty of candour on public bodies and it will make organisations more accountable. Officials or organisations that mislead or obstruct investigations could potentially face criminal sanctions.

30/09/2024

Wow, so delighted to see that Get Legally Speaking has been ranked #2 in the Top Infotainment podcasts by !

My goal is to help everyone know their rights and learn the law to feel empowered every day; seeing Get Legally Speaking chart is so rewarding.

What legal subjects would you like to see me cover next? Comment below!

24/09/2024

*NEW EPISODE*

Accidentally Killing On Purpose. Transferred Malice.

Transferred Malice or ‘Accidentally Killing On Purpose’ is a topic which most us would have never come across, or the title alone doesn’t seem to even make sense!

In my latest straight-talking episode, I speak to seasoned criminal Barrister Jeremy Rosenberg to bring you interesting facts and thought-provoking conversation on this topic with examples of how this event could occur.

Click the link to listen and empower yourself with more jargon free legal information, in plain and simple English!

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/accidentally-killing-on-purpose-transferred-malice/id1485408692?i=1000670357144

23/09/2024

From next month, the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act will come into force which will place a duty on employers to take ‘reasonable steps’ to prevent sexual harassment of its employees.

This means employers should be proactive and systematic in how they prevent and tackle sexual harassment at work, this would include:

- Policies and procedures: Employers must have written policies and guidance to define sexual harassment, give examples of what it is and outline everyone’s responsibilities for preventing and tackling it.
- Training for all staff: There should be regular training for all staff, regardless of seniority, so that they understand what sexual harassment is and what their role is in preventing it.
- Reports and disciplinary powers: There should be clear reporting channels for complaints, with a set of steps which must be taken to address allegations of sexual harassment, including investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes.

Follow me now to empower yourself with more jargon free legal information, in plain and simple English!

16/09/2024

Do you think homework for children should be banned?

Well, that thought could soon become a reality in California as the US State is said to be close to passing a rule to outlaw homework, in order to limit stress for pupils and parents. The Healthy Homework Act, which requires teachers to consider if homework requires parental support and access to technology, has passed both chambers but awaits approval from the state governor.

This follows on from Poland who banned homework for kids in the first to third grades. In grades four to eight, homework is now optional and doesn’t count towards a grade.

Do you think the UK should follow suit?

Follow me now to empower yourself with more jargon free legal information, in plain and simple English!

15/09/2024

Were you one of the hundreds of thousands of people trying to get their hands on Oasis tickets? Then you may be interested to know that Ticketmaster are under fire for potentially breaching consumer laws by applying ‘dynamic pricing’.

Dynamic pricing meant that some fans queued all day only to find that £135 standing tickets had risen to £355 when the time came to confirm their purchase. Fans were left with a choice of missing out or paying more with only minutes to decide.

Whilst this isn’t illegal, Ticketmaster may have breached consumer regulations by not making it clear to fans that the basic standing ticket price might increase. In addition, the government has announced that it would include dynamic pricing in a review of ticketing that was due to focus on Labour’s plans to ban “rip-off” resale sites.

Watch this space for more developments in this case!

11/09/2024

71% of women in the UK have experienced some form of sexual harassment in public spaces. Give my video a listen as I explain why this is an now an offence and how the law has shifted to help protect women.

09/09/2024

*NEW EPISODE*

Divorce. What Is NOT A Matrimonial Asset?

With many marriages taking place between people who are well into their 30’s, 40s and 50’s plus, it is not unusual for individuals to enter a marriage having acquired their own assets.

But in the eyes of the law, should everything each person owns, including assets that they brought into the marriage, be divided equally between the parties if they divorce?

Or can it be argued that assets that you brought into your marriage are not joint or matrimonial assets, and that you should walk away with what you brought in? Or do our laws state that once you are married then everything that you both owned prior to the marriage becomes a part of the matrimonial pot?

In this brand NEW episode, myself and senior Barrister Michael George tell you ALL you NEED TO KNOW about divorce; as always, in plain and simple English.

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/divorce-what-is-not-a-matrimonial-asset/id1485408692?i=1000668835925

21/07/2024

Do you want to cancel your mobile phone contract? Listen to my short video as I explain the key points you NEED to know about your consumer rights when it comes to terminating!

16/07/2024

*NEW EPISODE*

Can Someone Record You Without Your Permission? What You NEED To Know!

Over 98% of our population own a smartphone, and the temptation is high to instantaneously record and share something funny, entertaining or shocking. TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and other popular platforms are crowded with video recordings, good, bad and indifferent.

But is it illegal for someone to record you, and to use that recording without your permission?

In our latest informative episode, Hatti and senior Barrister Tim Sampson debunk the jargon and explain our laws around ‘individuals’ recording other individuals and posting and sharing, as always in plain and simple English.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2sIAMpjPfGRAlkWk55RukK?si=O1tMfxdPQ6asXvnFGLoD_A

15/07/2024

Sextortion is on the rise and has become a key way that criminals blackmail every-day people for money!

Give my video a listen as I explain more about this form of fraud and discover how you can find support should you fall victim to this crime.

12/07/2024

Heading off on holiday and planning to pick up some ‘fake’ designer gear from a local street seller? STOP!

Spain has announced that tourists caught buying these counterfeit items including handbags could face a €200 fine.

Make sure you keep your eyes on changing local laws, so you don’t get yourself into hot water on holiday.

07/07/2024

Gadgets like baby monitors, televisions and speakers that are linked to the internet can often pose a risk because cyber criminals use them to hack home networks.

However, a new law coming into play called the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI) regime, will mean that manufacturers of these items need to follow stricter rules if they want to sell “smart” gadgets in the UK.
The new law brings three new requirements:

· password procedures must be more secure, including ensuring any set by the manufacturer are not left blank or using easy-to-guess choices like “12345”
· that there is clarity around how to report “bugs” or security problems that arise
· that manufacturers and retailers inform customers how long they will receive support, including software updates

Failure to meet these minimum requirements will trigger fines for the manufacturers.

02/07/2024

*NEW EPISODE*
One Punch Killers

One Punch Killers - a single blow resulting in a death, often when the perpetrator does not intend to kill, but nevertheless, a single punch that has a devastating effect.

So how do our laws view an unfortunate and unexpected criminal act, when the intention was not to kill?

Would the perpetrator be given any leniency in law? Controversy surrounds this topic; with questions being asked on ‘what is a fair price for someone to pay for causing a death, even though it could be unintended?’

In this episode, senior Barrister Simon Spence KC and I bring you interesting, insightful and jargon free conversation on this topic; as always in plain and simple English.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0aFz9rNcPAeJBIWi4x6SOR?si=DE-Qd2RbROK0jboxF_Q9Ig

01/07/2024

Same-sex couples in Thailand are eagerly planning weddings for later this year, after the Senate finally approved a landmark marriage equality law, paving the way for the country to become the first in southeast Asia to recognise same-sex marriage.

After years of campaigning the bill was passed by an overwhelming majority in the parliament’s upper house. A great move for equal rights.

24/06/2024

Booked a package holiday this summer and found out it’s been cancelled?

If this happens to you, then here are your rights!

Legally, you are entitled to:

Receive a full refund
Or
Take a package of lower quality and recover the difference in price between the packages
Or
Take a package of equal or superior quality from the operator

18/06/2024

*NEW EPISODE*
Parting With A Business Partner. Commercial Divorce

Statistically, and unfortunately, 70% of business partnerships ultimately fail. If you are in a business partnership, or you are considering going in to a partnership, then you need to listen to my latest episode on what we call ‘Commercial Divorce’.

In this informative episode, I speak with seasoned Barrister Tim Sampson on the important points for you to consider when thinking about, or during the parting of ways with your business partner; taking you from the top of how different business partnerships can be legally structured; addressing the point of being pushed out, and what you need to consider if you are heading for a commercial divorce, as always in plain and simple English.

Click the link to listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/commercial-divorce-parting-with-a-business-partner/id1485408692?i=1000659223634

13/06/2024

UK driving laws could be changing.

According to plans from experts, new rules could be introduced that would require drivers to carry several vital safety items in their vehcile. This includes a first aid kit, reflective jackets, warning triangles and a fire extinguisher.

A number of countries including Greece, Romania and Croatia already require drivers to carry a first aid kit, whilst Switzerland, Austria and France enforce the need for warning triangles.

What do you make of this proposed new legislation?

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