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When is the Use of Force Appropriate?

31st January 2022
Use of force by police or military personnel is, naturally, highly scrutinised. What is and is not an acceptable use of force according to the law?
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US States Say Apple Stifles Competition Through Its Mobile App Store

31st January 2022
Thursday’s claim came in a lawsuit against app store fees and payment tools between the tech giant and game maker Epic Games. The US states, led by Utah and including Texas, Indiana, and Colorado, argued that “Apple's conduct has harmed and is harming mobile app-developers and millions of citizens.” "Meanwhile, Apple continues to monopolize app […]
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The Value of UK Courts in Post-Brexit Dispute Resolution

31st January 2022
In spite of Brexit, UK courts continue to offer a reliable (and attractive) system for the judgment of disputes.
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Judge Questions Elements Of Pinterest’s $50 Million Deal To Improve Culture

28th January 2022
US District Judge William Alsup said that he would tentatively approve the deal, which would see Pinterest commit $50 million to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives over a decade-long period. However, Alsup said he believes other shareholders should have the opportunity to decide whether it requires an enforcement mechanism.  In 2020, a lawsuit, filed […]
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Sharing Carried Interest In Private Equity Divorces

28th January 2022
As the financial world sees renewed speculation that the world’s largest private equity firms may soon float on the public market, in A v M [2021] EWFC 89 a High Court judge has given what is only the court’s second-ever detailed ruling on how private equity partners will need to share carried interest payouts with […]
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Judge Rules Amazon And Whole Foods Can Be Sued By Murderer Rejected For Delivery Job

28th January 2022
On Wednesday, US District Judge Valerie Caproni in Manhattan said convicted murderer Henry Franklin could pursue a proposed class action after he was turned down from a grocery delivery position at Cornucopia Logistics, which serves Amazon and Whole Foods.  After a background check, Amazon determined that Franklin had lied on a 2019 job application by […]
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How To Network Like A Pro In Law School

27th January 2022
Networking has always been an important part of every person’s social and professional life. With the help of networking, we make new acquaintances, discover career opportunities, make partnerships, and achieve a whole range of other goals. Networking is an important element of success, so the earlier you start practising it, the more benefits you can […]
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6 Reasons Why You Need A Contract

27th January 2022
When starting a business, one of the most important factors to consider is getting a contract in place. In this post, we will discuss six reasons why you actually do need a contract for your business. 1. Serve As A Record Of Commitment When two or more people agree to do business together, a contract […]
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SAT Exam To Go Digital By 2024, Bar Exam To Go Digital By 2026

27th January 2022
“The digital SAT will be easier to take, easier to give, and more relevant,” said Priscilla Rodriguez, vice president of College Readiness Assessments at the College Board. “We’re not simply putting the current SAT on a digital platform—we’re taking full advantage of what delivering an assessment digitally makes possible[...] With input from educators and students, […]
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This Is How Lawyers Can Become Non-Executive Directors

26th January 2022
Alex Hamilton-Baily, Partner in the Legal & Professional Services Practice at Odgers Berndtson, explains why more lawyers could and should become non-executive directors. Becoming a non-executive director (NED) has never been much of a career option for UK lawyers. This hasn’t been for a lack of ability on their part, but arguably the entrenched views […]
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