All articles by John Hyde – Page 98
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NewsFresh calls for overhaul of ‘creaking’ power of attorney system
Consumer group sets out obstacles still hampering registration of an LPA.
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NewsCourt allows later medical reports despite failure to disclose first
Judge rules sanctions should be about costs in RTA case rather than admissibility.
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NewsMPs 'concerned' at Herbert Smith’s involvement with Post Office scheme
Committee demands safeguards that compensation scheme will not repeat mistakes.
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NewsBoss of failed CMC spent company money while debts piled up
Nottingham-based PI claims management company owner fined for failing to preserve company records.
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NewsOmbudsman proposes to slash time limit for complaints
New plan for cutting the backlog would also allow cases to be dismissed without an investigation.
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OpinionCan we trust the SRA when issuing bigger fines?
The regulator’s publication policy is thin gruel, which doesn’t bode well for handing it extra powers.
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NewsHigher SRA fining powers would increase risk of miscarriages of justice – SDT
SDT says there is a risk that wrongdoing will be 'swept under the carpet' if more cases dealt with in-house.
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NewsTech entrepreneur puts £1.3m into case-preparation software
Mike Washburn says he was inspired by his own paper-heavy experience with solicitors.
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NewsNew SDT leader vows to broaden diversity of members
Incoming president of the tribunal is head of global dispute resolution at BNP Paribas.
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NewsSolicitors oppose SRA's role as prosecutor and judge
Law Society agrees with modest increase but says proposed £25,000 limit is inappropriate.
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OpinionLong hours and small hours
What is demanded of junior lawyers in return for such high salaries?
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OpinionSalary wars should not mean junior lawyers accept exploitation
The SRA’s intervention into wellbeing at work should make firms consider how staff are treated.
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NewsConvicted prosecutor claims CPS colleagues shared confidential files
Scott Ainge appears before tribunal following earlier conviction for searching ex-wife’s partner’s record.
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NewsAddleshaw Goddard expands international footprint with Irish merger
Global firm confirms takeover of Dublin firm handling blue chip clients.
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NewsFirm to pay ex-employee £9,500 over ‘Chinese chip shop’ comment
South west practice cleared of wider allegations of discrimination by former administrative assistant.
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NewsAppeal judges throw out case after appellant fails to turn up
Political campaign group submitted 'high quality' skeleton argument but was not present for hearing.
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NewsSRA tells firms to provide 'safe environment' for concerned staff
Failure to offer support to employees raising concerns or admitting mistakes could be a breach of regulations.
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NewsDivorcee who showed ‘barefaced contempt’ for court faces jail
Former husband still owes £1m to his ex-wife and defied an order not to leave the country.
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NewsListen to prosecuted solicitors for ‘balanced’ view of SRA, says Society
Oversight regulator urged to look more closely at performance of SRA and legal ombudsman.
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NewsMidlands firm announces recruitment drive for 100 roles
Expansion by Talbots Law follows move to employee ownership last year.