In light of the news that Baroness Hale of Richmond has called for the introduction of no-fault divorce. Below Henry Hood, Head of the Family Law Department at Hunters Solicitors, talks to lawyer Monthly about the potential implications surrounding the issue of no-fault divorce. The ‘Owens v Owens’ case is due for a hearing with […]
As part of our Legal Ladder section, experts at Mint Central discuss the efforts of law firms to keep staff engaged. According to a recent survey by human resource firm Investors in People, one in four employees feel unhappy at work. Paul Devoy, chief executive of Investors for People, sees it as vital that employers […]
The world’s biggest tech giants, the top of these being FAANGs (Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix, Google), all offer the world’s top quality and quantity of consumer goods. Consumers love them and buy into them daily. Investors no less. However, one could also say they fall into the category of corporate bullies. The type that avoid […]
A leading accountancy firm recently reported that from 2013 to 2017 the average charge out rates for law firms fell (across the board). However, law firm fee income apparently went up over the same period. That does tend to suggest that corporate purchasers of legal services are still not getting value for money, even if […]
Following the April 26 conviction of Bill Cosby on three counts of “aggravated indecent assault” for drugging and sexually assaulting Ms. Andrea Constand, his lawyers stated that they expect to appeal the conviction. But what issues are likely to be appealed and what are the bases for them? Below Dr. Dariush Adli, Ph.D., Esq., the […]
It can be said that Facebook is currently in a period of turmoil moving forward, from the recent Cambridge Analytica scandal to Zuckerberg being interrogated by US senators. From regulation to decentralization, what might be its next steps? How are developers and investors positioned? What are the concerns Facebook must address before it can move […]
Lawyers hold varying amounts of client cash for days, weeks or months, depending on the client and legal situation. Determining the best way to manage this money, while keeping client interests at heart and meeting regulatory obligations, can be challenging. Below Lawyer Monthly speaks to Giles Hutson, CEO at Insignis Cash Solutions, on the effective […]
Mooting is commonly offered as a part of the Law School experience. It involves debating a point of law, often in a courtroom setting, using a fictional scenario. Here, Emma Jones, lecturer in law and member of the Open Justice team at the Open University, offers expert insight for Lawyer Monthly. Mooting can be seen […]
Music law is a complicated niche, and like all legal niches, it comes with its own challenges. Below Lawyer Monthly gains insight on the music industry’s legal personalities through the eyes of Tony North, Co-founder and CEO of Centtrip Music. Whether you are an A-list client or a fledgling artist, when entering into any kind […]
Loot Boxes are under fire once again. The promotion of gambling to minors is currently on Germany’s hit list and will have an effect on all of Europe. Problem gambling affects people of all ages, including children. The promotion of gambling activities to minors is a big taboo, as children are not yet mentally developed […]
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