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Supreme Court tightens the reins on opt-out collective proceedings in Evans

The Supreme Court’s decision in Evans v Barclays recalibrates the balance between access to justice and procedural fairness, reinforcing the CAT’s discretion to refuse opt-out certification where claims are weak and opt-in proceedings remain viable

Tooley v Associated Newspapers: limitation, relief from sanctions and the protection of journalistic sources

A claimant pursuing defamation claims against two national publishers secures a partial reprieve — but loses her primary action on limitation grounds.

Harneys enhances Dubai practice with new partner

Harneys has strengthened its Litigation & Insolvency practice in Dubai with the hire of Sabrina Devenish

Digital Property law risks overreach after 2025 Act

Recent case law on virtual assets reveals growing confusion over rivalrousness and risks stretching property law beyond coherence

SJ Interview: Keith Froud

Keith Froud, Global Co-CEO and International Chief Executive of Eversheds Sutherland, has spent over three decades in corporate M&A before moving into global leadership. In this interview, he reflects on deal strategy, decision-making in complex organisations, the evolution of the international legal market, and the impact of technological change on the profession

Gateley Middle East expands dispute resolution team

Gateley Middle East has appointed Alim Khamis as Head of Disputes to enhance their services

Norton Rose Fulbright advises on acquisition

Norton Rose Fulbright is providing legal counsel to Amedeo Air Four Plus Limited for a significant acquisition deal

British Airways faces scrutiny over climate claims

The UK's climate action group Possible has prompted an investigation into British Airways' misleading carbon emissions statements regarding its sustainability efforts