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Change your mind, change your power

Stewart Stretton-Hill discusses the steps that must be taken to successfully revoke a lasting power of attorney

Breaking bad

Greville Healey and Tricia Hemans consider the construction of section 26 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954

Planning for the unexpected

Recent decisions have left solicitors concerned that they are vulnerable to significant claims arising from matters beyond their control, writes Susanna Heley

Don't believe the AI hype

Martyn Wells separates the facts from the science fiction when it comes to the role of artificial technology in the legal sector

Business critical hires overtake luxury players

Bolstered by regional investment, the Midlands' commercial contracts jobs market has changed post-Brexit vote. James Brewster explains how and why

Safety umbrella: A temporary fix to liability?

Far from being an issue specific to employment, the 'gig economy' has given rise to questions about the traditional boundaries of employer liability claims, explains...

That proposed new basement: Does it require planning permission?

Alec Samuels considers whether the construction of a basement is a development or an engineering operation, and what form of planning law applies

Security of tenure in almshouse accommodation

Amy Sevier considers recent cases on the reasonableness of service charges, implied terms in contracts, and who should take on the costs of replacement fire...