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Re. Baron Templeman of White Lackington (Deceased) - Scrabble and the Golden Rule

At a time when the number of people looking to make or update their Wills has increased dramatically, this case has brought the issue of testamentary capacity and the 'Golden Rule' into focus

29 May 2020

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Expert witnesses: the ALT bares its teeth, and bites

Tribunal attacks independence of expert witness and imposes severe costs penalty

27 May 2020

Legal update

COVID-19: What tax initiatives are available to support my business?

A summary of some of the current tax initiatives that may be available to help businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic

27 May 2020

Legal update

COVID-19: How can a party best prepare for and respond to an adjudication during COVID-19?

We consider the facts and implications of MillChris Developments Ltd v Waters decision, to provide practical tips to prepare for and respond to an adjudication

27 May 2020

Legal update

COVID-19: ICO issues guidance on workplace testing for employers

In this article we look at the ICO’s latest guidance on workplace testing during the current pandemic and highlight the key issues organisations should address

27 May 2020

Legal update

COVID-19: Green light for 'closed' company general meetings

The Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill will enable companies and other qualifying bodies to hold general meetings on a 'closed' basis. The deadline for AGMs will also be extended

26 May 2020

Legal update

Procurement Challenges: High Court reiterates the importance of getting limitation right

A recent High Court decision has reiterated the importance of challenging procurement decisions at the right time: Riverside Truck Rental Limited v Lancashire County Council

26 May 2020

Legal update

Russell Adams v Carey Pensions: What does it mean for SIPP operators?

We review the long awaited judgment and give our view on the key takeaways for SIPP operators and potential areas for future regulatory development as a result

26 May 2020

Legal update

Low Carbon Heat: The closure of the Non-Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive scheme

BEIS published its consultation on the closure of the Non-Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive scheme. This article explores some of the key consultation proposals

26 May 2020

Legal update

You’ve discovered a cyber or data breach – what should you do next?

This article highlights the key issues a business needs to address in the immediate aftermath of a cyber or data incident

22 May 2020

Legal update

Will the Construction Leadership Council's new guidance help avoid construction disputes?

Jessica Evans discusses the recently published Construction Leadership Council guidance in relation to COVID-19 and its impacts on the construction industry

22 May 2020

Legal update

Managing Environmental Compliance – an update following guidance from the regulators

As the country deals with COVID-19 we consider the response from the Environment Agency and other UK regulators

22 May 2020

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Re. Baron Templeman of White Lackington (Deceased) - Scrabble and the Golden Rule

Expert witnesses: the ALT bares its teeth, and bites

COVID-19: What tax initiatives are available to support my business?

COVID-19: How can a party best prepare for and respond to an adjudication during COVID-19?

COVID-19: ICO issues guidance on workplace testing for employers

COVID-19: Green light for 'closed' company general meetings

Procurement Challenges: High Court reiterates the importance of getting limitation right

Russell Adams v Carey Pensions: What does it mean for SIPP operators?

Low Carbon Heat: The closure of the Non-Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive scheme

You’ve discovered a cyber or data breach – what should you do next?

Will the Construction Leadership Council's new guidance help avoid construction disputes?

Managing Environmental Compliance – an update following guidance from the regulators

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