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Inquest reveals failings in mental health care

An inquest has determined that 39-year-old Louise Elizabeth Amy Crane’s suicide at Highgate Mental Health Centre was significantly influenced by substantial failures in care by the North London NHS Foundation Trust

Palmers Solicitors secures Lexcel accreditation again

Palmers Solicitors has successfully renewed its Lexcel accreditation, receiving high praise for its commitment to client care and staff development

Shakespeare Martineau hires Kamal Chauhan

Shakespeare Martineau has appointed Kamal Chauhan to enhance its regulatory practice with his expertise

Landmark Tribunal Ruling Forces DWP to Disclose Universal Credit Death Review Data

A recent tribunal decision reinforces the necessity for public access to governmental information concerning welfare issues

Court ruling clarifies communication privileges

A recent court ruling clarifies the rules surrounding without prejudice communications and disclosure obligations for litigants

Judicial review case on firearms licensing

A recent High Court ruling highlights the delicate balance between public safety and individual rights in firearms licensing

DLA Piper unveils impressive salary increase

DLA Piper has announced a significant increase in salaries for newly qualified lawyers in the UK effective from September 2025

Neurotech: an emerging frontier in technology and patents

Dr Sarah Hamburg from Page White Farrer and Virginia Driver share their thoughts on the patentability of neurotech