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What Is Embezzlement?

5th November 2019
Speaking to Scott Rosenblum, he sheds light onto this topic and briefly explains what embezzlement is and the penalty involved. What is embezzlement? Generally, embezzlement occurs when a person has lawful possession of the property of another, converts or takes that property for their own use, and has no intention of giving it back. The […]
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Navigating the Changing Currents in the Wake of the #MeToo Tidal Wave

5th November 2019
After the New York Times story ran, the hashtag #MeToo went viral and nearly broke the internet, thus sparking a widespread movement among female employees to band together and bravely showcase their experiences through various social media platforms. Employers could no longer turn a blind eye and quiet their voices. Women everywhere demanded action on […]
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Medical Malpractice: Legal Help for Birth Injuries

5th November 2019
When birth injuries occur, it can be due to medical negligence and parents may find themselves asking what their first course of action should be. Katherine McArthur shares insights into what it is like working in medical malpractice law and how cases progress when babies suffer from injuries at birth. What should be the first […]
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A Journey into Personal Injury

5th November 2019
James’ journey into law Can you share your motivation for specialising in law? I became a personal injury lawyer because of my desire to help people. Fighting for justice is very much like a David vs. Goliath fight, which has always spurred me on; I like fighting against the ‘big guys’. What challenges came your way […]
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Domestic Violence and Divorce

5th November 2019
Talking to Suanne Honey, she explains the different avenues abused partners can take, and why despite being in the midst of high emotions, children must be considered first and foremost. What protections does the abused spouse get when undergoing a divorce in this case?  he biggest advantage of a protective order (also called a Domestic […]
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Backing the Forces, in Business and the Community

4th November 2019
Helping the sector face its legal challenges is Richard Morgan’s focus - this month he tells us how he and his team help their wide range of clients. Working with former military personnel and the armed forces community (AFC) more widely, how do their needs differ from others? In their business and their personal lives, […]
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Getting the Most out of Your Patents

4th November 2019
Why is it important to ensure all due diligence is done on patents? What negative impact can it have on clients if they miss something small yet important? Of all of the types of intellectual property, patents are perhaps the largest driver of value in mergers and acquisitions, litigation and in the licensing marketplace.  While […]
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Applying for US Work Visas

4th November 2019
When is the right time to apply for temporary work visas? The short answer is to plan ahead, because visa availability varies each year.  Some visa applications can be filed at any time during the year. The visa categories include: family sponsored green cards; work sponsored green cards, L visas for the transfer of workers […]
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Regulatory Update of the Month: India

4th November 2019
On 4 October 2019, the Hon’ble Supreme Court held that section 238 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 ("IBC") has an overriding effect over the provisions of the Tea Act, 1953 ("Tea Act"). Accordingly, the prior approval of the Central Government is not required, under the Tea Act, for filing an application under IBC […]
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Why Law Firms Should Embed Corporate Social Responsibility

3rd October 2019
Furthering on from our previous story and new stories you would have surely read throughout the month, the need to be better aware of your environmental footprint is more important now than ever. And that is not just exclusive to your personal actions; companies and firms are slowly trying to change their actions, not only […]
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