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Update: IT/IP

Susan Singleton discusses the current consultation on the new block exemptions, the revised policy on import of counterfeit goods, the eBay illegal products judgment, anonymous...

Loud and clear

Lawyers must make sure they communicate with clients clearly to avoid any misunderstandings and explain all the options, even if there is a risk the...

Got it covered?

Insurance provisions are one of the key issues to discuss when negotiating a commercial lease, whether acting for landlords or tenants, says Natasha Dunn

Philanthropist's contested will ruling only tip of rise in probate disputes

The children of a wealthy book lover have succeeded in their claim to her estate as the High Court found that she could not have...

Update: tax and trusts

David Bird explains the new system of tax appeals, and looks at recent cases on trusts, inheritance tax and capital gains tax and a new...

Update: commercial property

Milton McIntosh considers cases on lease agreements, the interpretation of rent review provisions, arbitrations, authorised guarantee agreements, surrenders and break notices

Smokers cannot claim 'human right' to smoke, Court of Appeal decides

Smokers claiming they have a 'human right' to use tobacco have been dealt a blow by the Court of Appeal.

Friends in high places

'Diversification' is a buzz word very much in vogue at the moment. It is important to have a diverse profession, a diverse judiciary, and presumably...