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Electing for confusion

In the days leading up to the general election, Leah considers the

MoJ has 'no further fat to cut' from legal aid

Public funds have been 'wasted' on consultants and external contracts

Crime and creative punishment

US judges have become famous for issuing weird and wonderful punishments for wrong-doers.

Lawyers told to avoid legal jargon when dealing with LiPs

Legal bodies draw up new guidelines as courts battle influx of 'DIY justice'

Passengers in it for the long haul over flight delay claims

Lawyers say airlines are using stalling tactics to avoid paying compensation

'Wiped' smartphones remain a fraud risk for businesses

Recovered data included internet histories, email passwords, business data, and explicit photography

Time running out for solicitors to declare income to HMRC

Solicitors who fail to pay what they owe face penalty of up to 100 per cent of tax due

Law Commissions' plans to update cluttered statute book

Statute of Marlborough 1267 earmarked for repeal in bid to clean up antiquated laws