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Rajiv Menon KC contempt case: High Court lacks jurisdiction to hear Crown Court contempt without Attorney General

The Court of Appeal rules that a direct reference by a Crown Court judge to the High Court cannot found jurisdiction in contempt proceedings.

Clifton Diocese v Parker: EAT clarifies burden of proof in religion or belief discrimination claims

When unfair treatment alone is insufficient to shift the evidential burden in a discrimination case.

Quinn Emanuel loses another partner to JHAB

Elizabeth Wilson joins Joseph Hage Aaronson & Bremen's construction disputes practice, marking key personnel shift

Martin v Chancellor of the Exchequer: High Court refuses judicial review of APR and BPR consultation

Permission for judicial review refused on three independent grounds, with wider implications for pre-legislative consultation challenges.

Acer and ASUS v Nokia: Court of Appeal rules on RAND arbitration offers and implementer standing

Nokia's "adjustable licence" strategy strips implementers of court access if they refuse — a significant shift in SEP dispute dynamics.

King’s Speech reveals proposed legislation impact

The King’s Speech unveiled several bills aimed at addressing pressing legal and economic issues facing the UK today

Lifestyle Equities v Frasers Group: Court of Appeal rules unregistered trade mark licences bar recovery of sub-licensee losses

Proprietors cannot claim infringement damages on behalf of unregistered licensees, and limitation periods apply regardless.

Fletchers Group to acquire Freeths teams

Fletchers Group is set to acquire the clinical negligence and Court of Protection teams from Freeths LLP, enhancing its position in the UK legal landscape