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Scammers exploit Fiverr posing as solicitors

Fraudsters on Fiverr impersonate UK solicitors, undermining trust and leading to widespread financial and legal risks

Government explores reform of non-compete clauses in contracts

The Department for Business and Trade published a policy paper on non-compete clauses in employment contracts highlighting challenges for employers in high-growth sectors

Insights from Marks & Clerk's AI report

The latest report highlights the intersection of AI and Quantum Computing in European patents

Veritas Solicitors issues warning over fraud

A solicitors' firm in Manchester is tackling an identity scam that misused its name and details to mislead consumer

Infected blood compensation payments exempted from tax

Families of victims will no longer face inheritance tax on compensation payments from the infected blood scandal

Solicitors face violence and death threats

New research highlights alarming threats faced by solicitors including physical violence and intimidation from clients

Bridget Tatham elected as new FOIL president

Bridget Tatham has been elected President of FOIL for 2026, taking over from Howard Dean

Legal sector avoids damaging tax hikes

The Law Society welcomes the UK government's decision to not impose a new tax on LLPs, boosting the legal economy and supporting growth