Archive

Environment update

The Court of Appeal's tough stance on nuisance places a burden on those considering buying a new home and the conveyancers advising them, says Adrienne Copithorne

When should I serve a notice to complete?

John Coulter explains the steps to take if you are faced with a delayed completion, and the effects of serving a notice

Clinical negligence update

Jock Mackenzie examines four cases considering the rules on the determination of causation

Charitable purpose

An organisation's purpose is still the starting point in determining whether it is eligible for charitable status, says James Kilby

The government's mediation plans haven't been thought out

In its haste to channel disputes through mediation and control the process centrally the government is killing off successful local schemes and jeopardising its own objective, says Jeremy Ferguson

Is this the end of constructive trusts in commercial cases?

The law on constructive trusts has been developed over the years to help cohabiting couples. Claire Stewart reviews the impact of the changes in the commercial world

Arbitration is a worthy alternative to court

Family lawyers must embrace this fairer, more flexible and potentially cheaper option, says Marilyn Stowe

The threat of restricted legal advice privilege still looms

For years the concerns surrounding the decision in Three Rivers seemed unfounded, but a recent ruling by a Hong Kong court is a reminder that the issue hasn't gone away, warns Julian Copeman