All articles by John Hyde – Page 284
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NewsMackesys not shut but ‘restructuring’, says owner
Geoff Wordsworth claims firm’s website was hacked to announce closure.
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OpinionIs it time to refuse pro bono work?
The government is relying on the generosity of lawyers – maybe now enough is enough.
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NewsBSB reveals three chambers with immediate financial issues
Trio subject to monitoring by regulator, following pilot supervision scheme.
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NewsOutstanding compensation fund claims value halved
Pending value of open claims has dropped 27% since the end of June.
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NewsPI firm doubles headcount with Rapid takeover
Hull firm Neil Hudgell Solicitors acquires rival neighbour.
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NewsInducements ban extended to third parties
Faulks welcomes ‘proportionate’ way to make the ban more effective.
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NewsHughes pledges £1.4m a year to help LIPs
Support network for litigants in person will be spread across England and Wales.
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NewsLegal aid firm in shock closure
All staff at London practice Mackesys have been made redundant.
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NewsLandmark judgment on mesothelioma
Supreme Court rules that the occupier of the premises is responsible for all people on site.
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NewsSanctions avoided despite three-month notice delay
Judge rules it would not be ‘fair, just or appropriate’ to deny the claimants relief.
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NewsDAS UK suspends chief executive
COO Paul Timmins takes over from Paul Asplin as investigation begins.
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NewsMinister defends ‘silly’ heroism bill
Shailesh Vara says legislation is ‘not aimed at pleasing lawyers’.
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NewsSolicitor charged with fraud
Andrew John Taylor, 57, will appear at Stockport Magistrates’ Court on Monday.
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NewsGovernment ‘minded’ to back Saatchi’s bill
‘Strict sign-off process’ agreed before application of innovative medical procedures.
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NewsMotor claims down as insurer toasts costs win
Claims fell 10% in 2013 and the cost of claims by 33%, according to The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries.
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NewsLegal sector bounces back, survey reveals
Number of firms reporting revenue growth highest since 2008.
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NewsWhite collar crime reform considered
Attorney general tells Gazette of concerns too many directors are avoiding punishment even when their companies have broken the law.
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NewsHong Kong law chief plays down crisis
Justice secretary Rimsky Yuen defends system amid political unrest.
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NewsJudicial review plans prompt parliamentary alarm
Lords will debate Criminal Justice and Courts Bill next week.
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NewsMergers push DWF to £51.5m profit
Accounts, taking the firm up to April 2014, are the first reported since the acquisitions of 2012-13.