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A&O Shearman advises L’Oréal on acquisition

A&O Shearman supports L'Oréal Groupe in its successful acquisition of a majority stake in Medik8

Prosecutors must read all pleas carefully

Tom Frankin, chief executive of the Magistrates' Association, has voiced concerns about private prosecutions, emphasising that all prosecuting authorities must ensure their cases pass a public interest test to avoid unnecessary distress for vulnerable defendants

Lewis Silkin welcomes new partner

Lewis Silkin has enhanced its technology practice with the appointment of Rupam Davé as a partner in London, who brings nearly two decades of industry experience to the firm

Legal aid crisis in Scotland worsens

A recent survey indicates that 41% of legal aid solicitors in Scotland may soon exit the field

C Raison v DF Capital Bank: EAT Ruling on Early Conciliation Time Limits for Unfair Dismissal Claims

The Employment Appeal Tribunal's ruling clarifies time limits for unfair dismissal claims during early conciliation processes

High Court judgement overturns rape finding

A recent appeal judgement critiques the handling of rape allegations and emphasises the importance of evidence

High Court ruling affects Havering land

A recent High Court ruling influences how contaminated land is designated, impacting the health of Havering residents

Has private nuisance lost its traditional flexibility as an independent tort?

The High Court clarifies private nuisance post-Fearn, blurring boundaries with negligence and redefining harm to amenity