A recent case brought against a health authority for failing in its duty to protect a vulnerable detained patient opens new possibilities for families who become victims of serious mistakes, says Saimo Chahal
The recent newspaper victory in a libel action brought by a tennis player has demonstrated the need for judges to take a stand against inappropriate defamation claims, says Rod Dadak
Family law reform featured high in the Conservative manifesto, along with tax reform, civil litigation costs and referral fees. Our regulars review the situation in the wake of the Lib/Con coalition
Boundary disputes between neighbours should be kept out of the courts – practitioners have a duty to warn clients of the potentially costly consequences and to strongly recommend mediation, warns Paul Denham
A recent Court of Appeal ruling against an NHS trust illustrates the labyrinth complexity and legal implications of public sector disciplinary procedures, and should act as a warning to employers to tread carefully, says Andreas White
The Bar must embrace change to strengthen its position in the face of recession and play its part to guarantee the survival of the legal aid system, says Nicholas Green QC
Zahra Nanji heralds the introduction of sentencing guidelines for corporate manslaughter cases, and reviews a series of decisions which emphasise that responsibility for safety at work lies with both employee and employer
Increased competition for criminal work may be no bad thing in itself, but the latest LSC proposals risk treating clients as commodities, says Christopher Kinch QC
