Professional negligence

Articles

The soul of discretion

John Melville-Smith discusses the limits of solicitors' liability regarding a discretionary trust in the case of Joseph v Farrer & Co

Leigh Day highlights the SRA's inconsistent approach to enforcement

Martina Hogg argues that the soon-to-be-launched enforcement consultation must take into account concerns about how the regulator handles SDT cases

Knowledge is power

In the wake of a significant decision in Halsall, is time running out on claims against tax advisers, asks Alasdair Dick

A whirlwind six months

Georgina Squire reflects on the groundbreaking judgments and procedural changes litigators have had to get to grips with and looks ahead to the possible impact of Brexit

Standard of proof in the spotlight

Following the SRA's case against Leigh Day, is it time for the SDT to rethink its use of the criminal standard of proof, asks Iain Miller

The dangers of ground rent clauses

Sarah Clover and Tony Nurse-Marsh set out the latest developments for conveyancing solicitors and highlight the steps that can be taken in the event of a class action

What next for solicitors' professional indemnity?

Results of the general election and Brexit negotiations may lead to volatile times ahead, as well as trigger an increase in claims, suggests Julian Smart

Law firm not liable to non-client third party

Professional negligence claim was time barred and with no real prospect of success, court rules