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Use the force

Europe has finally come up with a compelling argument for compulsory mediation, says Julian Sidoli del Ceno

Cheap suits

Jackson's appeal for litigators to cut costs should also make experts more accessible, says Paul Smethurst

Strike up

The BA strikes provided valuable lessons for both unions and employers, but, with industrial action expected to rise, future disputes are likely to be riddled...

Turning point

A student protest against Labour's rigid points based immigration system is a victory for judicial discretion, says Sheryar Khan

Power trip

Deaths under police restraint must not be treated as lesser crimes, argues Sophie Khan

Playing house

Entering into a cohabitation agreement may not appeal to couples still in the throes of romance, but too much is at stake in the wake...

Update: employment

Sue Ashtiany considers how the Equality Act is shaping up, wrongful dismissal payments, compromise agreements, perceived disability and age discrimination

Update: road traffic

Stuart Andrews reviews several recent cases revealing the challenging and unpredictable nature of contributory negligence