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Law Society has 'significant concerns' over SRA's proposed changes to PII cover for cyber risks

The Society fears the changes may lead to disputes between firms' cyber insurance and mandatory PII providers

Greensill: should directors of failing companies be worried?

Rebecca Parry explores compares the UK's insolvent and wrongful trading regime with that in Australia 

Cut down in his prime

A receiver who took advantage of protected person's money and goodwell finally agreed to stand down, as Denzil Lush recalls

Litigation Landscape: coping with a cyberattack

A business is only as strong as its weakest third party, says Arwen Handley  

Taking cover: how to protect from historic negligence claims

Michael Young warns of the implications for firms and retired solicitors after the Solicitors Indemnity Fund closes

Firm marketing impacted by covid-19

Covid-19 has affected firm marketing and business strategies have changed considerably, a report has revealed 

Mental capacity to engage sex workers

Jemma Garside reflects on a landmark ruling with potentially wide-reaching implications for prostitution

Put to proof: how inquiry reports may help abuse victims

Inquiry reports can be a valuable resource, especially where other evidence is unavailable, explains Christopher Ratcliffe