The House of Lords has recently restricted the scope of strict liability for defective work equipment but employers could still be liable for negligence, particularly when employees use vehicles for work purposes, says Susan Dearden
James Falkner and Amanda Tagg review recent cases involving agricultural estates, liability for economic and indirect loss, and compensation for loss arising from culling
Practitioners should make full use of the new provisions relating to the sentencing credit available to “tagged†persons, which will save public money and could be offset against time spent in custody, say Colin Wells and Priya Malhotra
Family investment companies are a viable alternative to trusts which allows greater control, efficiently protects assets, and further minimises tax liability, says Deborah Clark
With more under 18s being granted tenancies as priority applicants, landlords seeking possession can face increasing difficulties, says Kerry Bretherton
The court's reaction against the 'cotton wool' culture in Orchard will make it difficult for schools to argue that children can be held negligent when playing in a designated play area, says Kris Lines
