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Survival of the fairest

Rogue heir hunters are heading for the history books as the respectable face of fortune finding gains market control, says Stephen Beck

Silent partner

Partners share discrimination rights with employees, warns Michelle Chance, and firms that ignore this risk high legal costs, reputational damage and even losing their most talented performers

The battle of Hastings-Bass

Seeking tax advice is a must when setting up trusts for the disabled, writes Arshoo Singh

Update: commercial contracts

Mark Lucas considers recent cases illustrating the risk of personal liability for directors and managers

Update:corporation tax

Paul Christian reviews the definition of non-residence for tax purposes, entrepreneurs' relief, changes to SDLT on residential property, the construction industry scheme and retrospective legislation

Alive and well

Now in the news we have the contro-versial trial of two boys for attempted rape. Much has been made of the wisdom of prosecuting children so young for such a serious offence. Many say that in some circumstances it is not possible to draw a clear line between horseplay – 'doctors and nurses' in this case – and criminal activity. Such then are the criticisms that the law should not be involved and this could all be sorted out by a stern 'fireside chat' and a strict warning to keep their little hands to themselves. But, as usual, everybody commenting does not know the facts. Highly experienced prosecuting counsel, and a very senior and experienced CPS team, no doubt thought long and hard before bringing the case and – let us not forget – securing convictions.

Djanogly confirms criminal legal aid cuts

Jonathan Djanogly, the new legal aid and civil justice minister, has confirmed that the previous government's drastic cuts to criminal legal aid will go ahead.

Badger Trust wins appeal over Welsh cull

The Badger Trust has been granted leave to appeal against a High Court decision which cleared the way for a cull in west Wales.