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Passing the buck

Alec Samuels considers employers' liability for the negligence or wrongdoing of employees and independent contractors

Dispute resolution at a distance

Remote hearing capabilities are accelerating to meet the pandemic challenges, says Ricky Cella

Report calls for reform of remote civil courts

A major report published today on the impact of covid-19 on civil court users recommends immediate steps to be taken

SDT decision exposes unfairness

A solicitor who misled a law firm and a mediator was struck off after that firm reported him to the SRA, despite his firm deciding to deal with it internally

Regulating litigation in the 21st century

The line between regulated and unregulated legal activities has become increasingly blurred, as Michael Stacey explains

'Now's not the time' to press ahead with online PI reforms

The government has again delayed its online whiplash reforms – just as the rest of the world quickly adapts to functioning online 

Chambers releases mock virtual RTA trial film

A future increase in virtual hearings is likely, says one of the barristers behind a mock virtual trial film recording

Guideline hourly rates to be reviewed and updated

A long-awaited review into the solicitors' guideline hourly rates is underway following mounting pressure from lawyers and judges