Recent Articles in Money matters

Another PPI scandal
Apr 21, 2014

If you have received a PPI pay-out from the Lloyds Banking Group (which includes Halifax and Black Horse), Barclays or RBS/Natwest you may have been short-changed and therefore may be in line for a further pay-out. Dean Dunham gives the lowdown.

The Big 6 energy providers Investigation
Apr 5, 2014

The big six energy providers (British Gas, SSE, Npower, EDF, Scottish Power and E.ON) have been  in the news over the past two weeks following the announcement that Ofgem (the regulator for the energy market) has referred them for a full competition investigation. So what does this actually mean and how will it affect you? asks Dean Dunham.

Reclaiming PPI payments by Dean Dunham
Mar 8, 2014

People are asking if they can still reclaim payment protection insurance (PPI) premiums. People's Lawyer, Dean Dunham, explains the issues.

Making a will
Mar 3, 2014

Making a will is essential for every family but it can be a costly and complicated business. Rocket Lawyer, an online service, is offering a free seven day trial.

Flood victims – your rights
Feb 22, 2014

People's Lawyer Dean Dunham answers readers' questions about problems relating the floods from being paid if you can't get into work to becoming homeless.

Flood damage - covered by insurance?
Feb 21, 2014

People's Lawyer, Dean Dunhill, writes that you are almost certainly covered by your insurance and advises what to do if you become a flood victim.

Not my debt by Dean Dunham
Feb 7, 2014

Ever been contacted by a debt collector for a debt that definitely isn't your? You are not alone. People's Lawyer Dean Dunham advises on the step you can take.

Checking your credit score
Jan 15, 2014

Experian CreditExpert discuss why it is important to check your credit score, preferably once a year.

Online complaints round-up by Dean Dunham
Dec 15, 2013

UK consumers have been spending millions buying online this year, but you need to surf with caution, as despite having greater rights when shopping online many consumers are still being fobbed off when trying to return goods. What’s more, a number of household brands are amongst the worst offenders. Here’s a round-up of some of the stories that Dean Dunham has been advising on.

New consumer laws for Christmas
Nov 30, 2013

We are all being given a gift this year in the form of additional shopper’s rights to be wrapped up in a new Consumer Rights Act. This new act combines eight separate regulations and pieces of legislation and introduces various new protections for consumers. The aim of this new act is to make it easier for both consumers and businesses to fully understand consumer laws.

Energy Supplier Protection by Dean Dunham
Nov 18, 2013

Our People's Lawyer, Dean Dunham, expalins what you need to know and do in the current circumatances in which energy suppliers have increased prices.

Christmas shopping rights by Dean Dunham
Nov 5, 2013

It’s that time of year again when we are all in a shopping frenzy leading up to Christmas.  It is therefore important that you know your consumer rights. Here’s what you need to know when shopping for goods (nto services) in store and online by People's Lawyer, Dean Dunham.