Prospective care home residents’ wishes to be taken into account
Law Commission proposes root-and-branch amendments to mental capacity and deprivation of liberty laws
13 March 2017
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Mental Capacity Act
The dangers of sending damages
Philippa Barton advises on what to be aware of when acting for vulnerable clients and those receiving benefits, and how to safeguard clients who may not be able to manage a damages award in their own best interests
6 December 2016
Court hears rare treatment withdrawal application for minimally conscious patient
Mr Justice Charles criticises Legal Aid Agency for advancing any argument ‘to avoid paying legal aid’
29 November 2016
