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Anthropic’s $1.5bn AI copyright settlement stalls

A proposed $1.5 billion settlement in a landmark US class action over AI training has been delayed after Judge William Alsup raised concerns over its workability

Sara Morgan re-elected to STEP committee

Sara Morgan has been re-elected to the STEP England & Wales Regional Committee as Deputy Chair, demonstrating her commitment to excellence in the trust and estate planning profession

Redress delayed: survivors left without a national scheme

Despite IICSA’s 2022 call for a national redress scheme, the Government has abandoned the proposal, leaving survivors reliant on piecemeal initiatives such as the Church of England’s new scheme

International student levy risks economic loss

The proposed international student levy may lead to a significant economic downturn and several regional losses

Leasehold reform promises leave flat owners exposed

Delays in extending leases have left many owners facing rising costs, uncertainty, and diminishing asset value

Winston & Strawn expands finance practice

The firm has appointed Richard Semple as partner, boosting its finance practice in London with his expertise in real estate finance

Law firms face talent crisis now

A severe talent shortage is affecting law firms in England and Wales with smaller firms struggling most

Shakespeare Martineau strengthens South West presence

Shakespeare Martineau has appointed David Smithen to expand its South West development growth initiatives