Editor, Solicitors Journal

Expert Witness Supplement Summer 2016

21 Jun 2016News

By Jean-Yves Gilg

SJ's dedicated expert witness supplement is now available to view online

SJ's dedicated expert witness supplement is now available to view online

Latest Articles

Differences between evidence systems and their impact on litigation strategy

Hugo Keulers, a Partner at Lydian, shares his thoughts on the different rules on evidence taking in regard to technical matters between Anglo-Saxon and continental legal systems

Level 7 apprenticeships boost social mobility

Level 7 apprenticeships are crucial for non-privileged individuals aspiring to join the legal profession in England and Wales

Legal risks to business revealed in new survey

AlixPartners’ first Global Risk Survey indicates businesses face significant challenges in preparedness against emerging risks in 2025

Apple and Optis case reshapes FRAND

The recent Court of Appeal ruling on FRAND licensing between Optis and Apple sets a significant precedent for mobile technology disputes with future licensing agreements likely to be influenced by this landmark outcome

Patrick McCann appointed as CLLS chief

The City of London Law Society (CLLS) has officially appointed Patrick McCann as its new Chief Executive

Tribunal affirms pensions regulator penalties

The tribunal decision confirms Buildings UK Midlands Ltd's appeal dismissal regarding pension enrolment penalties imposed by regulators

High Court ruling clarifies corporate disputes

The High Court judgement in JMW Solicitors LLP highlights key legal principles in corporate governance and shareholder agreements

SFO launches investigation into bribery

The Serious Fraud Office has initiated a major investigation into bribery involving Blu-3 and its associates

RSH issues regulatory judgements on landlords

The Regulator of Social Housing has published findings for 18 social landlords, highlighting significant concerns for some

Law Society Wales advocates legal apprenticeships

Survey data highlights strong backing for expanding legal apprenticeships in Wales to meet increasing demand

Children's Law Centre highlights ECHR impact

The Children’s Law Centre's Annual Lecture 2025 emphasised the essential role of the ECHR in safeguarding children's rights

Court ruling shapes patent infringement cases

The High Court addressed key issues in patent infringement, including interest and cross-border claims involving Lufthansa

Court ruling highlights breaches of confidentiality

A recent High Court judgment underscores the importance of maintaining court confidentiality in legal proceedings

Bank Audi lawsuit highlights consumer rights

Sheikh Alesayi's recent case against Bank Audi explores significant issues surrounding consumer rights in international banking

Trainee solicitors receive pay increase

The Law Society of Scotland has raised recommended minimum pay for trainee solicitors amid rising living costs and inflationary stresses

SJ Interview: Harriet Wistrich

For the May 2025 volume, Harriet Wistrich speaks to the Solicitors Journal about her book 'Sister in Law: Fighting for Justice in a System Designed by Men', which has been nominated for the 2025 Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction

Bridging the justice gap

Dr. Liz Curran calls for evidence-based reform to restore equal access to justice