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Rise in family court cases

Statistics reveal that family courts in England and Wales have seen a slight rise in cases started

CMA fines firm for concealing evidence

The CMA has imposed fines on M&J Group and two individuals for hiding evidence during an inspection

International expansion poses bigger legal burdens

International expansion imposes a significant legal and compliance burden on companies, according to CSC's research findings

New guidance aims to clarify fiduciary duties

The government seeks to clarify fiduciary-duty guidance for pension trustees, focusing on long-term member interests

Parklane Plowden announces chairman's retirement

Parklane Plowden Chambers has revealed the retirement of non-executive chairman David Kilduff after two terms he positively influenced the chambers’ growth and reputation during his...

Dentons strengthens pensions team with Ed Hunnisett

Dentons has appointed Ed Hunnisett as a partner in its Pensions team in London, enhancing capabilities amid significant strategic decisions employers and trustees are currently...

Cox v DPP: Divisional Court rejects "narrow construction" approach to section 5 Public Order Act offence

Divisional Court dismisses naturist's appeal and says section 5 proportionality sits within reasonableness defence.

Elliott v Bateson: High Court strikes life interest trust from will for want of knowledge and approval

Judge finds testator did not know and approve life interest trust; undue influence claim fails.