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Tom Petty Estate Issues Cease and Desist Notice to Trump Campaign

22nd June 2020
In a formal letter, Tom Petty’s family said that the Trump campaign’s use of the late singer’s music was “in no way authorized”.
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How to Choose the Right Law School for Your Career

22nd June 2020
A helpful primer on choosing the law school that will best help you to achieve your career aspirations.
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SCOTUS Rules Against Trump Administration’s Attempt to End DACA

19th June 2020
In the latest of a series of significant decisions, the Supreme Court determined that the administration’s attempt to end legal protections for 650,000 “Dreamers” was “arbitrary and capricious”.
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When to Hire a Family Attorney

18th June 2020
Different attorneys have specialisations in different areas, and a family attorney can help you make decisions that mainly affect your family. Finding a good attorney who specialises in family law can represent you in some legal proceedings necessary to protect your interests.
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When to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer

18th June 2020
If you’ve been injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may need to hire a lawyer to help you gain compensation for your injuries.
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Why Truck Accident Cases Are So Complex

17th June 2020
Truck accidents and car accidents are apples and oranges when looked at from a legal standpoint. Damage recovery following a truck accident is typically longer and more challenging, and liability may not be as straightforward as in a regular car accident.
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UK Retailers Win Legal Battle Against Mastercard and Visa

17th June 2020
The UK’s highest court upheld a ruling that multilateral interchange fees unfairly restrict competition, opening the way for retailers to receive potentially billions of pounds in damages.
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Take on Lower-Paying Clients to Get Your Firm Back on Track

16th June 2020
As we all know, COVID-19 and the subsequent lockdown has forced many law firms into hardship – and although we are gradually coming out of lockdown that doesn’t mean there aren’t still challenges ahead. It may pay to consider lower-paying jobs and outsourcing to make ends meet in the meantime.
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LGBT+ Employee Protections Confirmed in Landmark SCOTUS Ruling

16th June 2020
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court of the United States declared that federal law prohibiting discrimination based on sex should be understood to also encompass sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Reimagining Legal

15th June 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting market disruption are forcing a recalibration in the legal industry. Legal providers and employers are recognising that, in order to effectively future proof their firms, adjustments are required: they’ll need to reimagine paths for their lawyers, from updating recruiting practices and professional development, to creating more diverse career models.
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