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Environmental law update

Dr Paul Stookes discusses why environmental impact assessments would make a positive difference in the land-use planning permission process

Professional negligence update

Sarah Clover and Joseph Moore discuss procedural changes in litigation that should influence the number and nature of future failed claims

13% increase in calls to Moneypenny's legal team

Telephone answering specialist Moneypenny has reported a 13% increase in calls to its dedicated legal team in the period 1st April to 30th June as...

Legal and court ordered DNA testing

Proving paternity is not just a biological process in the courts' eyes, explains Sarah White

The practice start-up check list – part II

All firms need a business plan, explains Alex von der Heyde, and in part II of this series, he considers two critical aspects facing any...

The practice start-up check list – part I

At Esterase we work with many start-up practices. Creating your own business is an exciting prospect but simply being an expert in your field of...

Explaining persistent symptoms from mild head injuries

Only qualified clinical neuropsychologists can carry out medico-legal evaluations of cognitive functioning, clarifies Dr Linda Monaci

Tenants must know where they can reach their landlords

Some lessors seem reluctant to reveal their address but at what risk, asks Gina Peters