What are common cases you are instructed on as an expert witness? As an ex insurance broker, commencing a career in 1970 my principal expert engagements concern broking and insurance market practice. When insurance fails to pay out, the consequences for the business or individual can be life-changing. Typically, there are two principal remedies available […]
MPs recently insisted that ministers must learn more about how claimants invest their damages before they make changes to the discount rate. Below Sue Bowler, Partner at Coffin Mew, talks Lawyer Monthly through the ins and outs of this discussion. The discount rate governs how much annual loss in a personal injury or clinical negligence […]
A ground-breaking report recently released by the Fawcett Society concludes that the UK legal system is failing women and needs fundamental reform. The report, which is the conclusion of the Fawcett Society’s Sex Discrimination Law Review (SDLR) Panel, also found that violence against women and girls is ‘endemic’ in the UK. The SDLR Panel was […]
For some time now, the government has been aware of the link between innovation and economic growth. They have sought ways to reward those within industry and business for the role they play in promote efficiency and growth. Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has distributed over £14 billion in Research and Development tax credits […]
American singer Lana Del Rey has confirmed that Radiohead is suing her over allegations that Get Free, the closing track from her most recent album ‘Lust for Life’, is a copy of their breakthrough single ‘Creep’. The weekend saw rumours spread over the legal action taking place until it was confirmed on twitter by the […]
Fish, poultry, meat, dough, milk, cheese and eggs. You might be thinking why we are talking about this. But, if you are in the food industry, you may have a fair idea of where we are going with this. They’re ingredients for your final products and they are your gateway to R&D tax credits and […]
With ongoing controversy surrounding the SFO's conduct in the Libor trials - particularly around the use of an expert witness that turned out to be texting individuals outside the court to clarify basic points - below noted legal commentator Dominic Carman delves deep into the matter. The Court of Appeal have raised serious concerns about […]
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