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Eiger Funding v Ridge: Redefining the limits of monitoring surveyor liability

High Court clarifies monitoring surveyors’ duties, limiting lender recovery despite successful “no transaction” professional negligence claim

Outdated practices undermine justice system

The reliance on a diesel van for transporting legal papers highlights the justice system's lack of modernisation

New guidance aids solicitors on Welsh law

The Law Society has launched a practice note to support solicitors navigating the growing distinctions in Welsh law and England's legislation as legal complexities increase

Court of Appeal redraws the limits of fatherhood in parental responsibility ruling

In Re J (Loss of Parental Responsibility), the Court of Appeal clarifies that parental responsibility under the Children Act 1989 is confined to biological fathers,...

Longer prison sentences for security threats

The UK government has introduced new legislation to ensure national security offenders serve longer prison terms and are rigorously monitored

New Costs Lawyer report requirement welcomed

The Association of Costs Lawyers has endorsed a rule mandating that Claims for payment from frozen funds must include a Costs Lawyer report aiding compliance...

Community sentences need urgent reform investment

The Magistrates’ Association warns that government justice reforms hinge on meaningful improvements to community sentences

CLLS launches construction law training programme

The City of London Law Society's Foundations programme aims to educate trainees and solicitors in construction law