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Tough call

Can a few unsourced text messages really build a case for bad character? Benjamin Newton reports

Finding fault

When does a tort of strict liability require fault? When you're a psychiatric patient, writes Laura Davidson

Update: media

Rod Dadak considers the potential reform of defamation and privacy laws, the status of the fair comment defence and a case on qualified privilege involving...

Update: police

The decision to suspend stop-and-search powers is just the tip of the iceberg in a year full of significant developments in police law, writes Sophie...

Back to reality

September is now somehow upon us, meaning that the nights will soon be swiftly drawing in, leaves will turn to beautiful autumnal shades of orange...

Judicial reviews to determine contract awards

The LSC's handling of the award of family and social welfare legal aid contracts faces a tough battle in the courts.

Assisted suicide charges prompt fresh demands for legislation

The CPS is awaiting police files on two people arrested over a disabled man's suicide.

Society launches judicial review over family contracts

The Law Society has launched a judicial review of the LSC's tendering process for family legal aid contracts.