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Off on the right foot

2012 will be a challenge for the justice system – but the outcome of the Stephen Lawrence case is a good start to the year, says Felix

Jackson prepares for provisional costs assessments in all courts

Lord Justice Jackson has said he has prepared a draft rule for the introduction of provisional costs assessments on a national basis after the success of a pilot at Leeds County Court.

Supreme Court to decide on solar panel subsidies

Energy secretary cannot remove entitlement 'without statutory authority'

Lord Neuberger calls for debate on use of disclosure and live evidence

Lawyers should look again at 'cherished' practices

Successive renewal of short-term contracts not always unlawful, court rules

The systematic renewal of short-term contracts is not necessarily a breach of the employment law even where the posts fulfil a permanent function within an organisation, the European Court of Justice has ruled.

Jackson to push for provisional costs assessments in all courts after pilot success

Lord Justice Jackson has said he has prepared a draft rule for the introduction of provisional costs assessments on a national basis after the success of a pilot at Leeds County Court.

Energy drinks company cannot register 'Viaguara', court rules

A drinks company has been refused the right to register the trademark 'viaguara' because it was too similar to 'viagra', the protected name of the drug used to treat erectile dysfunction.

Inheritance tax planning and section 11 - a missed opportunity?

Working as a private client solicitor, it is important to know and make the most of the few tax allowances the government has left us with. But how often do advisers forget about section 11 of the Inheritance Tax Act?