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Due diligence in 'mergers and acquisitions

For sellers, a thorough disclosure exercise will deal with any issues at the source and is the best way to avoid a claim, explains Ian Vicary

Employers fail to adequately support brain injury sufferers

Campaign from brain injury charity and law firm highlights support shortfall for employees going back to work

Law Centres Network: Asylum process pays lip service to children's best interests

The government's commitment to children's welfare is not reflected in practice according to report

More businesses look to Human Rights Act for protection

Clarification needed on whether British Bill of Rights will allow businesses to rely on human rights arguments in the future, says barrister

Geographical indicators: 'There may be trouble ahead

Proposals to extend the geographical indication system to non-agricultural products could further distort competition, explains Michael Edenborough QC

The full service lawyer

It is rare to find a partner who would recommend private practice to their children

The dangers of dabbling

The growing rise in private prosecutions and 'have a go' lawyers puts law firms and clients at risk, explains Tamlyn Edmonds

Pro bono: Where to start?

Charlotte Parkinson advises experienced practitioners and wannabe-lawyers alike where and how to volunteer their free time