We speak with Nick Aitken about how forensic engineering has changed and how this has impacted the legal sector. He touches on changes in his field which have caused issues for clients, and the challenging nature of being an expert witness. What common cases are you instructed on and how has this changed since […]
“You may feel overwhelmed, frightened, but criminal charges call for action, not feelings. Even before the lower court judge decides to release you from jail, the first logical step is to hire a criminal defence lawyer. You need to find an attorney who handles your type of criminal case and is familiar with the local […]
Time and time again, we mention how technology is rapidly taking over; it has shaken up many industries and where there are countless benefits, there are also drawbacks. The financial industry has been victim to this, with money laundering now taking place in a variety of jurisdictions, as well as crypto-currencies bringing to surface encryption […]
When tragedy occurs as a result of the wrongdoing of another we must hire the right individual to represent the victim and his or her family. Being a personal injury lawyer is no easy job; you need to believe in your client, have faith in the justice system, and, very importantly, learn and develop […]
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 […]
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