Ministry of Justice responds on whiplash claims reform
Plans for further reform on the whiplash claims process have been dashed by the government. The Ministry of Justice responded to the second part of the…
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Trio of senior associates promoted by Corker Binning
London law firm Corker Binning has promoted three senior associates, effective from April 1. Danielle Reece-Greenhalgh will be made a partner, while Maia Cohen-Lask and Nick…
‘No returns’ or ‘no action’ ballot over legal aid ends tonight
Barristers have a few hours left to have their say on criminal legal aid reform. The Ministry of Justice has had a continuing feud with the…
KEY SENIOR HIRE FOR PRICE SLATER GAWNE
In a key, senior hire for North West law firm Price Slater Gawne, Ainsley Pritchard has joined the highly regarded family law team as solicitor. She…
DEVELOPMENTS AND TRENDS IN THE M&A MARKET
By Jim Truscott, Partner of at Beyond Corporate Law, a specialist practice of Beyond Law Group. Across all sizes of deal and regardless of sector, the M&A…
Beyond Law Group addresses market demand with the launch of boutique conveyancing practice
Leading law firm, Beyond Law Group, has established a specialist conveyancing practice, Beyond Conveyancing, to provide a top end quality conveyancing service for clients. In a…
Calls to change ‘cumbersome’ email service in civil proceedings
A petition has rallied changes to be made to making emails the default method of service for all civil proceedings. The dispute resolution committee of Birmingham…
New law to make business easier while protecting customers
A new law will help UK firms do business while maintaining strong protections for consumers, the government has announced today. Currently, the UK has retained EU…
Preston law firm makes new appointment for family team
The former head of legal at Cumbria County Council has joined a Preston law firm. Nina Ellement, who has more than two decades' experience in childcare…
New guidance for remote crown court hearings
The lord chief justice has suggested that crown court hearings should be conducted remotely where it's lawful and in the interests of justice. Lord Burnett said…
No-fault divorce comes into force in April
The new 'no-fault' divorce comes info force on 6 April. The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 introduces the new law which covers marriage, civil partnership…
Legal advice centres pilot in talks for Manchester and Middlesborough
Legal advice centres could be piloted in Manchester and Middlesborough, a justice minister has revealed. In a Lords debate, Lord Wolfson of Tredegar, declared that preparation…
Legal reforms for ‘drivers’ of automated vehicles announced
Those in control of vehicles with self-driving features may no longer beheld responsible for accidents under newly- proposed law reforms. Under the 'Automated Vehicles Act', sanctions would…
North west law firm Napthens welcomes new CEO
Napthens is ready to welcome new CEO Alexandra Hatchman, as the law firm heads for a record year to exceed revenue of £17 million. Alex brings…
Changes in new employment legislation coming soon
Some key changes to employment legislation are coming into force this year and all business owners should be aware of them. Here are some of the…
The Queen appoints a new district judge for the Midlands circuit
Geraldine Mary O’Donnell (62) has been appointed a district judge by the Queen, on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable Dominic Raab MP…
Legislation for wills to be witnessed by video call extended to 2024
Vulnerable people have welcomed the extension of legislation that allows wills to be witnessed via video-calls. Under the 1837 Wills Act, two witnesses’ signatures are required…
Ex-banker made partner at Bray & Bray
Bray & Bray has recruited an ex-bank manager to partner and jointly head the law firm's wills, trusts and probate team alongside Andrew Hitchon. In his…
Whiplash portal service has low uptake
Official Injury Claim - a free service from the Ministry of Justice which helps people claim compensation for minor injuries from road traffic accidents - is…
Fee increase on the way for conveyancers
Fees for registers and transfers of title will be subject to a fee increase by the end of the month, says HM Land Registry. Conveyancers are…
How to Avoid a Summer Sporting Injury
Usheena Patel, Personal Injury Associate explains the steps the public should take in order to avoid injury when playing amateur sports Following a summer of sporting success,…
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