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4 in 10 Legal Professionals Admit to Slacking Off at Work

24th October 2019
Ever had a colleague who appears to do the bare minimum? Or maybe you’ve been that colleague yourself?
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What Happens to Your IP Protection and Policies If Brexit Is a No Deal

23rd October 2019
Over 70% of your company’s net worth is related to intellectual property, as the impact of Brexit remains uncertain you need to prepare for the implications of Brexit on your company’s IP rights, to ensure you are fully prepared when the UK becomes a third country.
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The Solicitor’s Role When Dealing with Litigants in Person

23rd October 2019
A litigation partner at a top 40 UK law firm is urging fellow lawyers to be supportive of people who are representing themselves in court hearings.
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Legal Employees Most Worried About Brexit

22nd October 2019
More than half of legal employees (59%) say they are worried about the impact of Brexit on the business they work for, compared to an average of 46% across other sectors.
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Trick or Treat: Could You Be Liable This Halloween?

22nd October 2019
As Halloween quickly approaches and the trick-or-treaters come flocking, homeowners are being urged to think about claims that could be brought against them as a result of injuries or accidents that occur on their property.
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Does Interest Accrue on Sums Owed to a Sanctioned Entity?

21st October 2019
In July 2019, the High Court of England and Wales gave judgment in the case of Ministry of Defence and Support for Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran (“MODSAF”) v. International Military Services Limited (“IMS”).
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Supreme Court Rules Employers Can Enforce Non-Compete Clauses

21st October 2019
The UK Supreme Court has enhanced employers’ ability to enforce contractual clauses that restrict employees from leaving to work with competitors. Such clauses are often known as non-compete clauses.
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Increased Sentences for Money Laundering, But How Is It Being Tackled?

18th October 2019
The increasing average length of sentences given to convicted money launderers in the UK over the past decade makes a strong enough story in itself.
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What Are the Legal Priorities For Divorcing Couples?

17th October 2019
Couples going through a divorce should not disregard pensions in favour of trying to retain the value of the family home according to a leading lawyer.
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Conflict Resolution Day: Business Conflict & Shareholder Legal Rights

17th October 2019
Due to stress, lost clients, pressure, long hours or personal conflicts some SME business relationships can sour over time. But where do you stand if you co-own a business with your partner and you are facing a shareholder dispute?
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