19 Jul 2007Ombudsman unimpressed with Law SocietyThe Law Society's complaints-handling procedure is “well short of where a modern, customer-focused organisation should beâ€, according to The Legal Services Ombudsman for England and Wales.
19 Jul 2007Allen & Overy opens in Abu DhabiAllen & Overy (A&O) has confirmed it will open a third office in the Middle East – in the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi.
13 Jul 2007Picking up the billShould shareholders' interests take precedence over the polluter-pays principle? Jean-Yves Gilg reports on the aftermath of the Transco decision
13 Jul 2007Kent: new legal boom for the garden of England?With mid-sized firms facing unpredented changes, is there a potential risk that clients' needs are likely to be overlooked, asks Jean-Yves Gilg
13 Jul 2007Update: landlord and tenantMilton McIntosh examines services charges, repairs, assignment, break options and business tenancies
13 Jul 2007Penalties on car rental agreementsMark Pawlowski considers a recent ruling on the distinction between penalties and liquidated damages in the context of a car hire agreement
13 Jul 2007Signposting your intent to the publicGodmanchester is a clear reminder that communicating unambiguous intention is key to denying right of way, writes J.J.Pearlman
13 Jul 2007A shock to the systemVictoria Handley discusses the implications of acoustic shock: what is it, what is the legal position and what steps can be taken to protect workers?