12 April 2021 Insight Litigation round-up April 2021 We've brought together a round-up of some recent litigation cases that may be of interest to you. Bookmark this page 3 min read
12 April 2021 Insight Four steps to tackling online IP infringement Online sales have soared during the pandemic. The internet provides consumers with convenience and choice, and businesses with ways to continue operating during periods of lockdown. But it also presents risks. Not all products offered for sale online are the genuine article, and it may be harder for buyers to assess quality when purchasing through websites. We explore here a 4-step process to using intellectual property rights to protect your business. Bookmark this page 6 min read
12 April 2021 Insight Cladding claims - key considerations Following the Grenfell disaster in June 2017, many of those with an interest in residential buildings over 18 metres (ie building owners/funders/tenants) have been carrying out investigations on their buildings to see if, from a fire safety perspective, they were built in accordance with the Building Regulations in force at the time of construction. Bookmark this page 4 min read
12 April 2021 Insight The new rules for witness statements – what do they really mean in practice? PD 57AC applies to trial witness statements signed on or after 6 April in the Business & Property Courts (with some exceptions). Many have already written about the new rules, the reasons for them and the change in culture that will follow once the courts start applying sanctions for non-compliance. In this article, we look at the immediate practical consequences for solicitors and their clients as they try to comply with the new rules in the next few months. Bookmark this page 7 min read