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LeO must investigate third-party complaints, consumer panel says

The LSB's consumer panel will use LeO's forthcoming review of its rules to push for it to investigate third-party complaints.

Abolishing minimum salary 'may trigger legal challenge'

Law Society says SRA 'misguided' in launching proposals in advance of LETR

Whiplash backlash

Improvements to processes are welcome, but reducing access to justice for accident victims is unacceptable, says Donna Scully

Professional negligence update

Katie Papworth and Sophie Davies review the scope of a solicitor's duty, issues surrounding the termination of a retainer and the practicalities of running a professional negligence claim

The new position on costs for infant approvals is unwelcome

The Court of Appeal's decision on the cost of hearings in infant approval cases will have severe consequences for children, the Bar and county courts, says Lucy McCormick

Small claims: big impact

Of all the changes facing the PI sector, the rise in the small claims limit presents the greatest risk to genuine claimants, says Alex Kenny

The end of the problem or more of the same?

Kate Lotts examines how the ban on referral fees will really affect claimant lawyers

Recognising the benefit of ABS

Legal Services Act pioneers Neil Kinsella and Tim Oliver remind us why law firms, like any other businesses, should regard innovation as a positive step