MJV News
All the latest legal news and client testimonials from our fields of expertise.
13 August 2026
Blackpool offers an unusually varied property market. Buyers can choose from traditional terraced homes, seaside apartments, suburban family houses, investment properties, converted buildings and new developments. […]
5 August 2026
Longstanding Housing Disrepair Problems in an Islington Council Property This housing disrepair claim concerned a tenant living in a maisonette property owned by Islington Council at […]
3 August 2026
Understanding Your Landlord’s Legal Repair Responsibilities One of the most common questions tenants ask is: “What repairs is my landlord legally responsible for?” The answer is […]
29 July 2026
Case Study Overview: Long-Running Water Ingress and Failed Repairs in a Leaseholder Flat MJV Solicitors acted for leaseholder clients in a complex and long-running water ingress […]
27 July 2026
What is the Difference Between the Two and Do You Need Both If you have explored having a Lasting Power of Attorney, you will probably have […]
17 July 2026
Understanding Your Options When a House Sale Falls Through Because of Spray Foam Insulation For many homeowners, discovering that spray foam insulation has become an issue […]
10 July 2026
Housing Disrepair Case Study – Local Authority Landlord Found in Contempt of Court A local authority landlord has been found in contempt of court after failing […]
9 July 2026
A Guide to Reviewing Your Will After Major Life Changes A Will is one of the most important documents you can have to protect the people […]
3 July 2026
Your Guide to Housing Disrepair and Landlord Repair Obligations “My landlord won’t fix the damp.” “My landlord keeps ignoring my repair requests.” “My landlord won’t repair […]
24 June 2026
Housing Disrepair Case Study – Default Judgment and Settlement Following Landlord’s Failure to Defend Claim MJV Solicitors acted for a tenant who brought a housing conditions […]
19 June 2026
When Poor Installation Causes Problems with Your Home Spray foam insulation claims have become increasingly common as more homeowners discover problems after having the product installed […]
8 June 2026
One of the most common questions clients ask is: “What delays conveyancing?” Selling and buying property in England follows a relatively structured process from instruction through […]
5 June 2026
Leasehold disrepair claim – long leaseholder dealing with over ten years of roof and chimney leaks, damp staining and damaged ceilings in the living room and […]
27 May 2026
How Housing Disrepair Compensation is Assessed Housing disrepair claims in England can vary significantly in value depending on the nature of the defects, how long the […]
22 May 2026
Housing disrepair case study – London tenant dealing with over ten years of complaints without resolution For more than a decade, a tenant living in a […]
15 May 2026
A guide for sellers across Blackpool, Thornton-Cleveleys, and the Fylde Coast If you are putting a leasehold property up for sale in Blackpool or the surrounding […]
11 May 2026
The Problem: Years of Broken Promises and a Lessor Who Refused to Act A leaseholder spent years reporting serious defects with the front door and several […]
8 May 2026
The Rise of Damp and Mould Claims in England Damp and mould issues in residential properties have become an increasingly prominent concern in England. This rise […]
29 April 2026
Case Study Overview: Landlord Failed to Engage – Leading to Default Judgment and Settlement This case demonstrates how decisive litigation strategy, supported by expert evidence and […]
27 April 2026
Guide for buyers and sellers in Thornton-Cleveleys & the Fylde Coast No matter where you currently stand on the property ladder, whether as a first-time buyer, […]
22 April 2026
Long Leaseholder Disrepair Claim Case Study – Repeated Flooding from Communal Roof and Failure to Repair Windows and Entrance Door MJV Solicitors acted for a long […]
16 April 2026
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows an individual to appoint one or more people to make decisions on their behalf […]
9 April 2026
Housing disrepair claim – tenant dealing with persistent leak and damage to ceilings, walls, and the kitchen, bathroom, and hallway For years, a tenant living in […]
7 April 2026
How Cold Weather Turns Existing Disrepair into a Serious Problem Winter conditions tend to expose and exacerbate existing defects within residential properties, particularly in older housing […]
2 April 2026
The Problem: A Year of Water Damage and a Freeholder Who Wouldn’t Act A leaseholder living in a ground-floor flat spent over a year battling persistent […]
25 March 2026
Damp and mould in social housing are among the most common and serious issues reported by council and housing association tenants across England and Wales. Not […]
20 March 2026
Housing Disrepair Case Study – Local Authority Tenant, Damp and Mould, Defective Windows and Lack of Ventilation MJV Solicitors acted for a tenant who brought a […]
16 March 2026
A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is one of the most important legal documents you can have, yet very few UK adults have one, despite it […]
13 March 2026
Housing Disrepair Claim: A Case Study For several years, a family living in a rented three-bedroom house suffered with extensive damp, black mould, draughty windows and […]
12 March 2026
What Local Buyers and Sellers Need to Know Property transactions in Thornton‑Cleveleys and across the Fylde Coast can be affected by specific local factors, including coastal […]
5 March 2026
Housing Conditions Claim Against Freeholder — A Case Study When a leaseholder experienced prolonged damp, mould and water ingress affecting their flat, they turned to our […]
25 February 2026
Leasehold reform in England and Wales is underway, with the Government proposing changes such as capping ground rent on existing leases and simplifying lease extensions. However, […]
24 February 2026
Housing Disrepair Claim Against Social Landlord — A Case Study When a family were left to endure years of cold, damp, and deteriorating conditions in their […]
17 February 2026
Leaseholders dealing with long-standing repair problems usually ask the same question: “Can I claim compensation for this?” The answer is: sometimes, but not automatically. Compensation in […]
5 February 2026
How We Helped a Mother of Two After Her Landlord Ignored Repeated Complaints Our client, a 36-year-old single mother of two, had been living in a […]
5 February 2026
After the death of a loved one, ensuring their wishes are met and all legal procedures are followed can be overwhelming. If you have been appointed […]
22 January 2026
Housing Disrepair Claim Against London & Quadrant Housing Trust: A Case Study Our client, her husband, and their three children lived in a small, rented home […]
22 January 2026
Tenants living in council or housing association homes have a legal right to expect that their property is maintained in a safe, secure, and liveable condition. […]
9 January 2026
Housing Disrepair Claim Against Croydon Council A Case Study When an 82-year-old widow was forced to live with dangerous damp and mould in her council flat, […]
9 January 2026
A safe, secure home isn’t a luxury, it’s a basic legal right. If you rent from a council or housing association, your landlord has a clear […]
19 December 2025
If someone dies without leaving a valid Will, they are said to have died “intestate”. Dying intestate means that their estate (property, money and possessions) will […]
12 December 2025
Case Study Overview: Structural Defects Left Untreated for Years – Until MJV Solicitors Took Action Our clients, Mr and Mrs Y, long leaseholders of a flat […]
4 December 2025
Housing disrepair is a legal term referring to a property being in a state of neglect or damage, where the landlord has failed to uphold their […]
3 December 2025
Case Study Overview – Damp, Mould, and Disrepair Issues in Lewisham Council House Our client, a single mother to three adult children, lived in a 3-bedroom […]
26 November 2025
If you’re living in council or housing association accommodation with serious repair issues, reporting the problem is just the first step. To make a successful complaint […]
18 November 2025
Buying a new home is an exciting milestone that, for many, marks one of the biggest purchases they will make. However, for first-time buyers dealing with […]
12 November 2025
Case Overview – Living With Leaks, Damp and Mould in a Council Flat Our client, a council tenant living in a 2-bedroom flat in Croydon, noticed […]
4 November 2025
Dealing with a housing disrepair issue can damage more than just your home; it can also seriously affect your mental health and physical wellbeing. Council or […]
4 November 2025
Our Team Helped the Tenant Claim Over £14,000 Case Overview – London Council Failed to Act When a London council failed to act on persistent leaks […]
20 October 2025
Living with Disrepair in a Council Property Our client, a mother living with her two adult children, had spent years trying to get Newham Council to […]
16 October 2025
Why DIY Will Services May Not Be the Safest Option A Will is one of the most important documents a person can have, as it determines […]
14 July 2025
Security of tenure was created by the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (‘1954 Act’). It gives a tenant the right to renew a business lease on […]
14 July 2025
Alternative Dispute Resolution is a term that covers a variety of methods that try and resolve disputes without court action. They are intended to be quicker […]
14 July 2025
MJV Solicitors are proud partners of Cancer Research UK and have been a member of their Free Will Service since 2023. We have helped clients write […]
14 July 2025
We specialise in residential and commercial conveyancing, purchases and sales, remortgages, new build properties, shared ownership, leasehold transactions and more. Call us on 01253 858231, email us […]
14 July 2025
Spray foam insulation is commonly used to insulate homes and, particularly, loft or attic space. If installed correctly, professionally and as per the manufacturer’s guidance, the […]
10 July 2025
If you are purchasing a second home you would already be subject to a higher rate of stamp duty land tax however following yesterdays budget the […]