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News11 Oct 2024

Russia’s violations of international law: A global concern, UK statement to the OSCE

In a powerful address to the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), UK Counsellor Ankur Narayan highlighted Russia’s numerous violations of international law, calling for international action and accountability

News11 Oct 2024

Welsh government urges tech-driven justice

Wales’ Counsel General calls on the legal sector to embrace new technologies, enhancing efficiency and accessibility

Opinion11 Oct 2024

Public inquiries under scrutiny: Learning lessons from past inquiries and enhancing public trust

Following the release of the public inquiries report by the House of Lords Statutory Inquiries Committee, Dr Emma Ireton, Associate Professor in Public Inquiry Law and Procedure, Nottingham Law School, Nottingham Trent University, looks at the report’s findings

News11 Oct 2024

New legal protection for seafarers

Seafarers to gain tough new protections as government closes legal loophole exploited by P&O Ferries

News11 Oct 2024

CMA cautions will writing and legal service providers

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has issued warnings to several businesses offering unregulated legal services, such as will writing, online divorce, and pre-paid probate services.

News11 Oct 2024

‘Lose-lose situation’ as personal injury claims plunge

Recent analysis of government data reveals a sharp decline in personal injury compensation claims related to road traffic accidents in Britain, raising concerns about a growing "justice gap" for those injured on the roads

Interview24 Sept 2024

SJ Interview: Simon Hammond

Following the launch of the new Clinical Negligence Claims Agreement for 2024 by NHS Resolution, Solicitors Journal spoke to the Director of Claims Management at NHS Resolution, Simon Hammond

Foreword28 Aug 2024

The £7 billion challenge facing the Covid commissioner

Niall Hearty looks at whether the Labour government is putting words into action in appointing a Covid corruption commissioner

Appointments10 Oct 2024

Thomson Snell & Passmore hires two

Thomson Snell & Passmore expands its Residential Property & Conveyancing team by appointing two experienced professionals

Announcements11 Oct 2024

Withers advises h2 clipper on blockchain solution

Withers has represented H2 Clipper in securing a US patent for a blockchain technology enhancing hydrogen supply chain efficiency

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Landmark Employment Rights Bill unveiled

10 Oct 2024

Vardy v Rooney: keeping an eye on the ball and the costs

10 Oct 2024

Prison governors urged to lead reform

10 Oct 2024

Opinion

10 Oct 2024

World Mental Health Day 2024 focuses on mental health at work

To mark World Mental Health Day on 10 October, John McElroy, Vice-President of the London Solicitors Litigation Association (LSLA) and a Partner at Fieldfisher, shares his thoughts on how to promote mental wellbeing in the workplace

10 Oct 2024

The FCA annual report and reflections on enforcement

Emma Probyn, Partner, and Sharon Grennan, Knowledge Lawyer, from Freshfields’ financial institutions disputes practice, share their thoughts on the latest annual report from the Financial Conduct Authority

9 Oct 2024

Nick Ephgrave’s first year as SFO Director

Lloyd Firth, counsel, and Fred Saugman, senior associate, in WilmerHale’s UK white collar defence and investigations team, reflect on the first year of Nick Ephgrave’s tenure at the Serious Fraud Office

7 Oct 2024

The qualifying limit for unfair dismissal will define the new Labour government

John Hayes, Managing Partner at Constantine Law, discusses the significance of the Labour government’s promise to reduce the qualifying limit for unfair dismissal

Feature

8 Oct 2024

Financial remedy: Do we still share and share alike after Standish?

Katharine Bundell, Barrister at 4PB, dissects the ruling in Standish and what it means for fairness in terms of the division of marital assets

8 Oct 2024

E.Gull – A Toxic Tern

Consulting Engineer Professor Robert Jackson and General Practitioner Dr Frederick Newton discuss the environmental damage and health risks posed by seagulls coupled with issues relating to waste management, contamination, wildlife protection and claims for personal injury

2 Oct 2024

What can the GB market learn from the EU’s Ecodesign Regulation?

Katie Chandler and Megan Howarth, product liability and safety lawyers at Taylor Wessing LLP, discuss the likely impact of the substantial changes being brought in by the European Union’s Ecodesign Regulation on the market for consumer products in Great Britain

1 Oct 2024

Refurbishment of AGA cookers: important questions concerning exhaustion of IP rights and the interplay between copyright and design law

Nina O'Sullivan, Partner and Head Knowledge Lawyer (Contentious), and Georgina Doukanaris, Associate, at Mishcon de Reya LLP, discuss in detail the recent ruling in AGA Rangemaster Group Limited v (1) UK Innovations Group Limited (2) Michael Patrick McGinley [2024] EWHC 1727 (IPEC))

Practice Notes

3 Oct 2024

Increased case disposals in family courts signal positive shift

More families are reaching quicker resolutions, but challenges persist without substantial investment in the court system, writes Lauren Evans

26 Sept 2024

Capacity to litigate: a step toward clarity?

Andrew Morgan examines key reforms to capacity litigation and their impact on civil proceedings

20 Sept 2024

Strict compliance with PD57AC: lessons from recent case law

Eleanor Firth explains how non-compliance with CPR Practice Direction 57AC can lead to severe consequences, as recent cases highlight the risks of disregarding its stringent requirements

18 Sept 2024

Fixed Recoverable Costs: a barrier to justice in housing disrepair claims?

Nick McDonnell argues that the implementation of the FRC regime in housing disrepair claims would profoundly impede access to justice

International

10 Oct 2024

Balancing free speech and content regulation in Nigeria

Nigeria's NFVCB faces criticism over new regulations for online content creation, raising concerns about freedom of expression, explains Ayokunle Faith Adetula

24 Sept 2024

EU merger investigations see sharp decline

Despite a rise in U.S. merger probes, the EU faces a notable drop in significant Phase I investigations, say Clemens York and Laurence Bary

19 Sept 2024

Tesla triumphs in Avago’s UPC patent battles

Lucy Coe and Matthew Naylor offer key insights into the evolving UPC approach to claim interpretation

16 Sept 2024

The role of customary law in Papua New Guinea's legal system

Papua New Guinea’s legal framework intricately weaves together common, customary, and statutory laws, with customary law often taking precedence, says Nicholas Collier

Business

23 Sept 2024

Simplifying anti-money laundering obligations for corporate M&A lawyers

Corporate M&A lawyers face challenges in verifying ownership structures for compliance, but Sam Ruback explains how new tools simplify the process and reduce fraud risks

11 Sept 2024

Fostering a culture of support and transparency in law firms

A supportive, transparent firm culture encourages communication, reduces stress and ensures no lawyer works in isolation, says John Wallace

30 Aug 2024

Conducting Source of Funds verification on corporate clients

Harriet Holmes highlights the critical role of Source of Funds verification in combating money laundering and ensuring compliance within corporate transactions

21 Aug 2024

Flat hierarchies: how could this business model benefit the legal sector

John Wallace of Ridgemont argues horizontal models may offer a healthier, more inclusive alternative

SJ Interview

27 Aug 2024

SJ Interview: Robert Shooter

Robert Shooter speaks to the SJ for the September 2024 volume

18 Jun 2024

SJ Interview: Simon Slater and Emma Thompson

Emma Thompson, Partner and Head of Employment, and Simon Slater, Non-Executive Chair of Thackray Williams, share how their firm transitioned from a small high street law firm into a medium-sized LLP and an aspiring Top 200 UK firm. Additionally, they offer valuable advice for other firms aspiring to achieve similar growth and success in today’s competitive legal landscape, with AI as a key trend in the industry.

14 May 2024

SJ Interview: Eleni Zodiates

For the June 2024 volume, Eleni Zodiates talks to the Solicitors Journal

17 Apr 2024

SJ Interview: James Hartley

James Hartley had an ‘out of body experience’ watching the actor John Hollingworth play him in the ITV drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office. A Partner and National Head of Dispute Resolution at Freeths, James speaks to the Solicitors Journal about the Post Office case, what adequate justice would look like for those impacted, and the reforms that he would like to see as a result of the scandal.

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