MJV News
All the latest legal news and client testimonials from our fields of expertise.
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 […]