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Legal costs battle looms for claimants

The ongoing legal wrangling over costs following Prince Harry’s case against the Daily Mail is set to be as challenging as the trial itself

Leading solicitor urges independent healthcare tribunals

A prominent solicitor advocates for independent tribunals for NHS Continuing Healthcare appeals to enhance fairness and transparency

New poll shows support for opt-out claims

A recent poll indicates strong public support in Scotland for implementing opt-out collective legal claims to enhance consumer access to justice

Breeze v Chief Constable of Norfolk: High Court orders indemnity costs over failed prosecution claim

High Court orders indemnity costs against claimants after unreasonable conduct in malicious prosecution trial.

R v William Osmond: Court of Appeal upholds first tipping off conviction under POCA

Court of Appeal refuses solicitor's appeal against tipping off and forgery convictions.

Jeffery v Givaudan UK: EAT confirms settlement does not end right to written reasons

Employment Appeal Tribunal rules a COT3 settlement cannot extinguish a party's entitlement to written reasons.

SJ Interview: Hannah Field

Hannah Field, head of Shoosmiths’ London office and its Dispute Resolution & Litigation team in London, speaks to Solicitors Journal about the firm’s growth strategy,...

Matters of judgement

Simpson Millar strengthens education legal team

National law firm Simpson Millar has expanded its Education and Children’s Rights team with three new appointments aimed at enhancing support for children, young people,...

Appleby celebrates global high net worth recognition

Appleby has received commendations in the Chambers Global High Net Worth Guide 2026 for its offices and individuals, solidifying its status as a prime adviser...