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SIF closure leaves law firms exposed to claims

Client-funded insurance scheme mooted as indemnity fund replacement

Life after SIF

Evidence of well-managed files will help convince insurers to provide cover after the six-year run-off period, says Clive Sutton

Securing transparency and trust

The risk of jigsaw identification is but one aspect of the family court reporting puzzle, writes Jean-Yves Gilg

A commercial litigator's guide to winning arguments

If you find yourself on the cusp of a dispute, take a moment to ask yourself what it is you want to achieve, at what cost, and why, advises Daniel Gleek

Stop! Look both ways

Roger Cooper considers how liability can be determined in cases involving cyclists injured by a defect in the road or in a collision with a larger vehicle

The right way to manage

Sarah Heatley, James Noble, and Charlotte Ross discuss the right to manage, the risks involved in deeds of variation, and the reasonableness of recovery of repair costs

Don't forget 'people' risks

Michelle Garlick urges firms not to simply focus on technology when assessing their exposure to cyber threats such as email scams and ransomware

Costs budgeting versus detailed assessment

The appeal decision in Merrix provides certainty on costs management and a strong argument against fixed costs, writes Francis Kendall