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Supreme Court ruling on child abductionThe Supreme Court has emphasised the relevance of a child's views in international child abduction cases
NHS compensation solutions face challengesA report highlights the ongoing struggle of NHS compensation spending, emphasising systemic issues rather than quick fixes
New President of the Supreme Court appointedLord Briggs of Westbourne has been approved as the next President of the Supreme Court from January 2027
Five Mexican men face court chargesFive Mexican men are set to appear in court facing serious allegations related to meth production
New accreditation for fertility law solicitors The Law Society of Scotland has introduced a new accreditation for solicitors specialising in fertility law and family creation services
Families can claim for car finance compensationFamilies can now potentially claim car finance compensation on behalf of deceased loved ones under FCA guidelines
High Court rejects Tour des Finances claim over Belgian office tower valuation disputeThe Commercial Court has dismissed a challenge to a JLL valuation that triggered a Cash Trap Event on a €1.2 billion Brussels property loan.
Free Church of England Central Trust v Hanna: High Court rules on church property trusts after congregation splitHigh Court determines ownership of Exeter church buildings following congregation's departure from denomination.
ABC v Huntercombe: Court of Appeal rules vicarious liability does not transfer under TUPECourt of Appeal confirms employers' vicarious liability to third parties is not transferred under TUPE.
BA v Secretary of State for the Home Department: Afghan asylum appeal dismissed after tribunal proceeds in absenceTribunal refuses adjournment and rejects Afghan appellant's asylum claim over inconsistent evidence.
DS v Secretary of State for the Home Department: asylum appeal dismissed over credibility findingsFirst-tier Tribunal rejects Kurdish appellant's asylum claim citing inconsistent evidence about HDP involvement.
Attorney General provides lawyers with new guidanceThe Attorney General has issued updated legal guidance designed to help government lawyers deliver effective solutions-focused advice to Ministers
Judicial review claims rise significantlyThe latest civil justice statistics reveal a notable increase in judicial review claims and county court cases