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Freeths advises on Fuelsoft acquisition

The firm has successfully advised Rose Street Partners (RSP), a newly established investor in UK private companies, on the acquisition of Fuelsoft Limited, a leading provider of ERP software for bulk fuel distributors and fuel card agents

Flash sale rules face scrutiny

Retailers may face increased legal challenges under new consumer protection rules coming this autumn, lawyers say

Executors of wills face lawsuits

High Court cases against executors rise 21%, emphasising the need for careful selection of trusted individuals

Research highlights barriers to diversity in legal profession

The Legal Services Board's new research exposes systemic barriers to diversity and inclusion in the legal profession, urging targeted action to improve judicial diversity

CJEU upholds Country-of-Origin principle for online intermediaries

Nathan Smith and Anita Smith examine the CJEU's affirmation of the "country-of-origin" principle, alleviating regulatory burdens for online intermediaries across the EU

Emotions, contracts, and culture: six truths for smoother cross-border business relationships

Navigating the complexities of cross-border business relationships requires understanding the cultural nuances that influence emotions, contracts, and dispute resolution strategies, says Ulrich Kopetzki

Insufficient protection for victims of 'deepfake' media

The Online Safety Act 2023 introduced new offences for sharing intimate images without consent but faces criticism for not targeting deepfake creators effectively

Artificial intelligence: could it be magic?

Jane Jarman, Solicitor and Professor of Legal Practice at Nottingham Law School, discusses artificial intelligence and asks whether it might be a magic wand