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Kyte v McLaren: High Court strikes out £2.1m fire claim over deficient pleadings

A McLaren owner's multimillion-pound claim has been dismissed after the court found his particulars of claim insufficiently particularised to constitute a cause of action.

Diageo DV Limited v Nio S.R.L.: English court grants final anti-suit injunction to restrain Italian proceedings

High Court upholds exclusive jurisdiction clause, blocking Italian litigation over €780,008 withheld payment.

AI and online mediation reshape civil justice

Artificial intelligence and online dispute resolution promise greater accessibility, while challenging mediation’s core principles of neutrality and confidentiality

Regional trends impact global legal hiring

In Q1 2026, lateral partner hiring showed significant regional differences in major legal markets around the world

Families benefit from government mediation scheme

Separating families can now receive £500 to help settle disputes outside court thanks to a government scheme

Digital whistleblowing trends shift workplace culture

The rise of digital whistleblowing reflects a more cautious UK workforce embracing anonymity in reports

Venus Legal welcomes Wren Blackwood to team

Venus Legal has appointed Wren Blackwood as Paralegal, signalling continued growth and commitment across the UK

Cleaning director banned for misconduct

A cleaning director faces a seven-year ban after transferring almost £200,000 to a new company