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Protecting your face: trade marks in the AI age

As AI makes convincing deepfakes effortless, public figures are turning to trade mark law to protect their valuable image

UK litigation funding sector in crisis

A recent report reveals that the UK's litigation funding sector is lagging behind global competitors due to government inaction

Domestic killers will face longer sentences

A new legal change will see domestic murderers face a 25-year sentencing starting point for their crimes

Upper Tribunal cuts business rates on anaerobic digester plants in Bay Farm Power v Prescott

Upper Tribunal reduces rateable values of two anaerobic digester plants after revisiting tenant's share methodology.

Implied misrepresentation claim survives strike out in Bromcom v Arbor Education Partners

High Court allows unlawful means conspiracy claim over school MIS procurement to proceed to trial.

Court clarifies moratorium creditor super priority in Re Cross Transport Ltd

High Court rules administrators may fund litigation ahead of paying super priority moratorium creditors.

SJ Interview: Chris Spelman

Chris Spelman is a partner in DWF's London dispute resolution team, specialising in financial services litigation and investigations, whistleblowing matters, and class action, securities and...

When the rules can't keep up

From Westminster to the courts, the rules are being written faster than they can settle

Ellisons boosts Family team with Francesca

Ellisons has appointed Francesca Brown as a Solicitor in its Family team to enhance support for clients navigating sensitive legal matters

Winckworth Sherwood moves to Pall Mall

Winckworth Sherwood has relocated its Manchester office to Pall Mall, reflecting its growth in the region