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2 Jun 2015

Doing a runner from the cabbie

Constraints placed on the first instance courts by authorities have led to an inconsistent approach in cases involving claimants who have jumped from moving taxis, says Roger Cooper

2 Jun 2015

Pulling at the lead

Consent remains at the heart of arbitration law, but the concept has had to become more elastic as the dispute resolution procedure has evolved into new areas, says Henry Byam-Cook

2 Jun 2015

How useful is the spousal bypass trust in light of the pension reforms?

While clients are now less likely to be aware of the benefits, spousal bypass trusts continue to play an important role in relation to inheritance tax planning, explains Louise O'Toole

2 Jun 2015

Courts enjoy greater powers to grant injunctions

Youth courts are now able to grant orders and defendants can be asked to take remedial actions, explains District Judge Nigel Law

2 Jun 2015

Cyber attacks on property transactions are rife

Due diligence and workflow technology allow firms to manage the risk of mortgage fraud and maintain their relationships with lenders, explains Viv Williams

2 Jun 2015

Critchell v Critchell: Timing is everything

Carla Ditz discusses how the division of assets is affected if one spouse's fortunes change following the agreement of a consent order

2 Jun 2015

Better not call Saul

Legal professional privilege remains secure, despite recent attempts to chip away at the concept, say John Bechelet and Holly Pelham

2 Jun 2015

Should you register your name as a trade mark?

The complexities of trade mark ownership and potential restriction in business mean applicants should carefully consider the consequences, warns Michelle Ward