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'Is this really manslaughter? Really?'

The jury's finding in the case of Charlie Alliston should serve as a reminder to prosecutors of asking themselves the big question, writes Peter Bowles

SRA warns solicitors over conduct of PPI claims

Claims should be valid and advice provided must represent value for money, says regulator

Litigant in person ordered to pay more than £80,000 in costs

Hourly rates claimed substantially lower than published guideline rates, says judge

Why Admiral are wrong on the discount rate

If the costs of claims really are increasing, then drivers must accept higher premiums as a price for motoring, writes Jonathan Wheeler

Law Society set for trial over 'Find a Solicitor' entry

Case may have important ramifications for the security of conveyancing, says judge

Lawyers back government call for civil justice cooperation post-Brexit

Government also seeks end to 'direct jurisdiction' of European Court of Justice

Misuse of social media 'a real problem' for solicitors

Increase in complaints about inappropriate communications prompts new guidance

Part-time judge's claim for judicial pension dismissed as out of time

Employment tribunal rejects retired fee-paid judge's application for extension of time on fair and equitable grounds