Budget 25: Government mulls ban on non-compete clauses
An outright ban on non-compete causes in employment contracts is among the options proposed in a working paper published alongside yesterday’s budget. According to the consultation document, such clauses 'play a part in restricting employee movement, limiting knowledge spillovers and can undermine incentives for innovation'.
Fair's fair – natural justice
Local government.
Costs budgeting in group litigation
Civil procedure.
Legal requirements for a claim in deceit
Fraudulent misrepresentation.
Payne Hicks Beach toasts record growth and profits
Venerable Lincoln’s Inn outfit whose partners include feared divorce lawyer Fiona Shackleton is growing rapidly amid a strategic overhaul.
In depth: Litigation funders tap private credit market
As more traditional investment sources dry up, litigation funders are seeking to tap the private credit market. But the industry will have to adapt if such capital flows are to endure.
Probate solicitor paid his £77,000 tax bill with client funds
Practitioner abused his position of authority over three years with ‘deliberate and calculated’ misconduct.
FCA and SRA warn claims firms on excessive exit charges
Joint statement says fees for terminating retainer must be clearly stated up front.
AI: Perils of 'almost right' advice
AI-generated legal advice can be a useful starting point for businesses - but relying on it entirely is a significant risk.
Giving political cover to legal decisions
James E Hurford reviews 'Rethinking Legitimacy: Courts, Constitutions and Politics'.
Long winter of discontent for the SRA as problems pile up
The past month has exposed fundamental issues with the regulator which need urgent attention.
In depth: PM takes to TikTok to announce leasehold shake-up
The PM took to TikTok to trumpet a shake-up of the ‘outdated’ leasehold system. Conveyancers welcome a £250 ground rent cap, but plans to make commonhold the default tenure present challenges.
London lawyer fined £17,000 for bad property investment advice
City solicitor also admitted failing to supervise staff member advising on investments.
Firm numbers fall - but market continues to grow
Long-running annual survey finds 'some limited signs of improvement' in personal injury/medical negligence sector.
Reform of inflated clinical negligence damages 'long overdue', say MPs
Public Accounts Committee says government cannot continue to ignore escalating costs of clinical negligence.
