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Banks' AI access ban warns firms

A recent decision by major banks to restrict AI agents could signal risks for law firms seeking innovation

Post Office case highlights further software flaws pre-Horizon

A third conviction linked to problematic Post Office software has been referred to the Court of Appeal

Getty Images case likely to disappoint

The Getty Images vs Stability AI case is not expected to significantly influence copyright law related to AI models

Ashton v TSE Malta: High Court rejects claim that Betfair owed a duty mirroring gambling regulation

Gambling operator's duty limited to preventing foreseeable severe gambling disorder; widow's claim dismissed.

Gricius v Siauliai Regional Court: High Court refuses Lithuanian prison caste system extradition challenge

Fresh expert evidence fails to rebut presumption that Lithuania will protect prisoners from violence.

Doherty v Eccles: High Court determines meaning of doctors' emails in defamation claim

Police report references bore Chase level 3 meanings; unreciprocated sexual advance not defamatory.

SJ Interview: Richard Susskind

For the November 2026 volume, Richard Susskind speaks to Solicitors Journal

Who takes responsibility?

Legal reform only matters if it helps people enforce their rights, get redress, and know who is supposed to do something when things go wrong

Marks & Clerk expands Chinese expertise in Cambridge

Marks & Clerk enhances its Cambridge office with the relocation of patent attorney Zephyr Su from Hong Kong, strengthening capabilities for clients navigating patent strategy...

De Gaulle Fleurance advises lenders on Siparex Midcap’s investment in Satys Electric

De Gaulle Fleurance has provided guidance to lenders for the financing of Satys Electric's capital restructuring which will enable Siparex Midcap to acquire a stake...