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Judge’s Ruling Opens Door for Claims for Health Problems Caused by Incest

1st June 2016
A severely disabled man who was born as the result of abuse by a father against his daughter has recently won the right to claim compensation in a landmark legal ruling. The ruling effectively opens the door for people who have genetic disorders because they were born of abusive incestuous relationships to make claims to […]
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Law Firms’ Bank Debts Jump as Profession Goes for Growth

31st May 2016
Law firms’ bank debts have jumped 36% in the past year, from an average of £28,000 to £38,000 per equity partner, as the profession targets growth, says Hazlewoods, Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers who specialise in the legal profession. Hazlewoods says that as workloads increase across the profession, many firms are increasing headcount and raising […]
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Can Legal Privilege Prevent Seizure of Mobile Devices?

27th May 2016
A challenge to the Serious Fraud Office's (SFO) powers to seize and process privileged documents recently failed in a significant ruling in R McKenzie v The Director of the Serious Fraud Office. McKenzie (the Claimant), who was the subject of an investigation by the SFO, was arrested at Heathrow airport in June 2015 on suspicion of […]
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'Superhero' IP Case Dropped by Marvel & DC "Confusing"

25th May 2016
Commenting on the case which has been dropped by Marvel and DC Comics against a British businessman over the legal right to use the word ‘superhero’, IP expert, Tristan Sherliker, associate solicitor, EIP, said: “This news is great for Mr Jules. However it is also bad news for others who might be in similar positions, […]
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Bayer Monsanto $62 Billion Bid Led by Allen & Overy and Sullivan

24th May 2016
In response to further market speculation and stakeholder inquiries, Bayer is publicly disclosing the contents of its private proposal to acquire Monsanto. Bayer has made an all-cash offer to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of common stock of Monsanto Company for $122 per share or an aggregate value of $62 billion. This offer, […]
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Moore Blatch: Hillsborough Families ‘Cheated’ of Their Compensation

20th May 2016
Hillsborough families are being cheated of the compensation that they deserve and will not receive it due to draconian laws which says you can’t claim unless you actually witness a death, says specialist law firm Moore Blatch. Hundreds of family members have suffered 27 years – almost three decades - of being subjected to the […]
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US Bill Could Allow 9/11 Victims to Sue Saudi Officials

18th May 2016
The US senate has passed a bill allowing the families of 9/11 victims to file lawsuits against Saudi officials believed to be involved. Although the bill, the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA), will still have to pass through the House of Representatives, it has already set in motion a strong feud between the […]
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Insurers Escape Paying NHS Tens of Millions in Costs Due to Outdated Legislation

16th May 2016
The insurance industry is failing to pay the NHS tens of millions of pounds in costs of patient care due to inadequate and outdated recovery legislation, warns specialist lawyers Moore Blatch. The NHS is faced with a likely £3 billion overspend in the current financial year, and the lawyers believe that it’s unacceptable that legislation […]
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UK Government Announces Property Law Changes & Anti-Corruption Summit

12th May 2016
The UK’s Prime Minister, David Cameron has announced intentions to combat global corruption by creating a global register of foreign firms that own property in the UK. According to the BBC, Downing Street says the planned register would include companies currently in the UK, potential buyers, and those looking to win government contracts. Firms on […]
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Economists Urge New Global Tax Disclosure Rules

9th May 2016
A group of around 300 economists worldwide have been calling for new rules to be implemented, forcing companies to publicly disclose tax activities country-by-country. Reports state that a letter, published by the group of economists and sent to world leaders, urges the UK to take the lead in the battle for corporate tax transparency. Some […]
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