Can you rely on the Law Society to “Find a Solicitor”?
Whether (or not) the Law Society owes solicitors and members of the public a duty of care when they use the "Find a Solicitor" website database will be the subject of a public trial.
24 November 2017
Manifest error case dismissed after seven year procedural history
The case of R (Hersi & Co Solicitors) v Lord Chancellor has finally been decided, seven years after judicial review proceedings were first issued in the Administrative Court.
16 November 2017
Food fraud: how will Brexit affect fraud in the food supply chain?
The rules around food safety and labelling requirements are clear and robust. Problems arise, however, on both an EU and a UK scale when it comes to dealing with fraud in the food supply chain.
09 November 2017
Limiting liability for misrepresentation: key issues and practical points
Contractual clauses limiting liability for misrepresentation have stood up to scrutiny. There are practical steps parties can take to minimise the risk of claims for misrepresentation against them.
06 November 2017
Understanding the scope of your insurance cover
A recent court decision emphasises the importance for policyholders of understanding the impact of exclusions in their policies.
01 November 2017
Companies take note: payment practice and modern slavery update
This article provides a summary of new government guidance on both the duty of large companies to report on their payment practices and the duty to provide an annual Modern Slavery statement.
30 October 2017
Construction disputes in complex projects: getting your dispute resolution procedure right
Complex projects raise a number of difficulties when it comes to dispute resolution. What are the key considerations and how can you best address these in your dispute resolution procedure?
28 September 2017
Alternative dispute resolution: a failure to mediate can be very costly
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) must always be considered. The case of Thakkar v. Patel [2017] highlights the strict penalties that could result from a failure to mediate.
28 September 2017
What do the government's position papers say about Brexit options?
Commentary on government position papers in respect of Enforcement and Dispute Resolution and Providing a Cross-Border Judicial Co-operative Framework during and after Brexit.
19 September 2017
Beddoe orders: important considerations for trustees faced with legal proceedings
A Beddoe order can offer cost protection to trustees when bringing or defending a claim. This article outlines some practical considerations for trustees when considering Beddoe applications.
19 September 2017
Casinos and money laundering: five things you need to know
Casinos have historically been at risk of exploitation by those seeking to launder criminal property. We look at five things you need to know about the problem, rules and changes to sector guidance.
31 August 2017
Duty of care and regulatory compliance: no duty to customers for banks in FCA review
Ten years on from the financial crash, banks still face accusations that they mis-sold interest rate hedging products. Customers' options for challenging these sales and their reviews are narrowing.
30 August 2017