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Vigilance essential as clinical negligence costs rise

Delays in patient redress and a surge in social care expenses are escalating the NHS's compensation bill

Political decisions must change after Covid

John’s Campaign and Care Rights UK urge immediate action following the UK Covid Inquiry's revealing report about decision-making failures during the pandemic

Reforms to settlement rules favour some

The UK government’s new proposals for earned settlement have significant implications for migrant families

Dr Sadiq v General Medical Council: High Court upholds erasure for sexual misconduct

Appeal dismissed after Tribunal found doctor digitally penetrated woman met on dating app

Beyond ‘Dear Sirs’: language, inclusion and legal culture

The debate over retiring “Dear Sirs” reveals deeper tensions between tradition, inclusivity, and the evolving culture of the legal profession

UK sanctions Russian cybercrime networks effectively

The UK, US, and Australia take unified action against Russian cybercrime group Media Land to safeguard businesses

SJ Interview: Julian Taylor

Julian Taylor, Senior Partner of Simmons & Simmons, joined the firm in 1999 from the Bar and became a partner in 2003. A specialist in employment and incentives law, he has advised many of the firm’s key clients on complex workplace and governance issues. Before being elected Senior Partner, he led both the global and UK employment practices, helping to shape the firm’s reputation for innovation and people-focused leadership. In this interview, Julian discusses leadership, AI’s impact on the profession, the future of law firm culture and how adaptability will define success in the decade ahead.

How digital reform could rescue the county courts

Backlogs and inaccessibility plague county courts; careful digital innovation could finally bring justice within reach

Jen Goodwin becomes director at Myers

Jen Goodwin has been promoted to director at Myers & Co Solicitors, enhancing the firm’s leadership team

Maples Group celebrates twenty years in Dubai

The Maples Group marks its 20th anniversary in Dubai, showcasing growth and commitment to clients across the region