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Known unknowns

ABSs could deliver genuine benefits but there is just no way of knowing at this stage whether the model will be suitable for your firm,...

Search me

Practitioners must give early and proper consideration to the disclosure of electronically stored information, and should ensure the search is discussed fully with the other...

Update: commercial property

Eugene McMahon and Janet Matthews consider cases involving authorised guarantee agreements, virtual assignments and rent as an expense of administration

Update: media

Rod Dadak reviews super injunctions, libel tourism, anonymous blogging and high libel costs

Up to speed

The electronic portal that will support the new RTA injury reforms will be central to the process, making it quicker and more efficient, and any...

Open communications

When preparing for an inquest, practitioners should communicate promptly and openly with the coroner to determine which documents can be requested for disclosure, says Richard...

The wrong target

If implemented as they are, Jackson LJ's proposals will shift costs from defendants to claimants and reduce rather than increase access to justice, says Nigel...

Served chilled

The recent triumph of freedom of expression may have reduced the 'chilling effect' of libel laws, but it has also brought uncertainty to the fair...