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Part 36 and property disputes: lessons from the Bankside decision

The Bankside decision highlights the potential costs pitfalls of Part 36 in property disputes and the importance of keeping settlement strategy under careful review

High Court allows Shell trial claims

The High Court has ruled that allegations against Shell's witnesses in a Nigerian oil pollution case will proceed to trial in May 2027

UK establishes world's toughest online child safety laws

The UK government is set to implement pioneering legislation aimed at preventing children from taking, sharing, or viewing nude images across digital platforms

TH v AR: Family Court adjourns lump sum claim after asset-stripping findings

Family Court finds sham asset transfers and adjourns husband's lump sum claim pending recovery.

Re Interactive Media Group Ltd: court dismisses disclosure bid in unfair prejudice petition

ICC Judge dismisses disclosure application, finding post-liquidation acts fall outside a company's affairs.

Golding v Financial Services Compensation Scheme Ltd: High Court clarifies limitation period for FSMA section 27 claims

High Court confirms FSMA section 27 compensation claims form a single cause of action.

SJ Interview: Thom Brooks

Thom Brooks discusses fairer citizenship policy, immigration and sentencing

Looking beyond the label

Norton Rose Fulbright expands real estate team

Norton Rose Fulbright has appointed Simon Woodcock as a partner to enhance its London real estate practice

Barker Ross wins High Court case

Barker Ross has won a significant High Court case, effectively dismissing rival 360 Recruitment's unfounded claims of conspiracy and dishonesty