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Knowledge is power

In the wake of a significant decision in Halsall, is time running out on claims against tax advisers, asks Alasdair Dick

Special protection for 'Special K'?

Recent infringement proceedings raise interesting questions regarding the extent of protection that should be granted to a trade mark, writes Mike Shaw

The protection of pre-emption rights

The decision in Law v Haider serves as a welcome reminder that you only get what you contract for, write Martin Dray and Kester Lees

Departing from the equal sharing principle

Emily Davies and Richard Hayes discuss the impact of Sharp on the division of assets after a short marriage

Against the odds

The Taylor Review recommendations are the opportunity for the government to demonstrate it can secure high levels of protection for UK workers. Jean-Yves Gilg reports

Housing under-supply and over-demand

Julian Boswall and Alex Minhinick consider the potential impact of the Conservative manifesto pledges on housing and infrastructure, and other significant developments

Consent, causation, and competence

Dr Jock Mackenzie provides a round-up of recent clinical negligence case law

Collaboration and cooperation with experts

Martin Spencer QC describes some of the significant issues currently facing experts, including the prevalence of hot-tubbing and difficulties with securing proper pay