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A victory for substance 'over form

The decision in Bank of Cyprus broadens the principles which determine whether equitable subrogation is the appropriate remedy for unjust enrichment, writes Rupert Cohen

Parallel consumer worlds

Following the introduction of the Consumer Rights Act, Francesca Kaye and Megan Read advise on how the consumer law regimes, both new and old, apply to client contracts

The business of management

Analysing daily time recording and gathering practical management information are just two steps that can help partners manage a practice more efficiently, says Viv Williams

It's not what you say, 'but how you say it

When it comes to writing effective marketing content, don't be afraid to show a sense ?of humour and avoid sticking to legal language, advises Douglas McPherson

Small claims, big issues

Matt Waszak considers the recent judgments in A v Royal Mail Group ?and its impact on the recovery of ?ATE premiums and success fees ?by claimant solicitors

Licence to breach

The access given to the press to report on family law cases in 2009 was intended to educate the public, not breach the privacy of private parties

How do you sell peace 'in an adversarial world?

If society views relationship breakdown as predominantly adversarial, mediation will be seen as a difficult choice - but it's a challenge we must meet, writes Julia Thackray

Businesses where staff think and act the same never thrive

Diverse workforces cultivate success – that's the business case for equality. And it's ethical, writes Laura Clenshaw