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From 19 June 2026, a new legal obligation goes live for every organisation that handles personal data. With only days to go, now is the time to check whether you are ready.
This article analyses the First-tier Tribunal decision in A2Dominion v BDW Trading, which clarifies how a “relevant building” is defined under the Building Safety Act 2022.
Some internationally mobile individuals can now realise very substantial foreign gains with no UK tax at all during a limited four-year window. That does not mean every UK/SA case is straightforward. The South African side still needs careful analysis, particularly around residence, treaty status and any exit tax issues.
An article exploring the case opposing the CMA and Emma Matresses. It discusses the background to the case, analyses the case put forward by the CMA (and puts it in the context of extended enforcement powers and numerous similar actions), together with Emma’s partial admission and defence. Finally, it deals with the implications of the settlement deal between Emma and the CMA for part of the case.
Two recent cases look closely at the use of AI in materials put before the court and the role of supervision in law firms.
This June 2026 litigation case review highlights key procedural and legal developments affecting practitioners. Covering issues such as the risks of using AI in legal research, valid service of claim forms, legal advice privilege, and security for costs, the article provides a concise overview of recent decisions and their practical implications for litigators.
From June 2026, corporate criminal liability widens significantly. Discover how the extended senior manager test impacts governance, risk and compliance.
It’s hard to believe that the case of Bournewood (HL v United Kingdom) dates back to 2004 and here we are, 22 years later, still grappling with the topic of deprivation of liberty.
This article revisits key limitation principles in professional negligence claims, including contractual and tortious time limits, the “date of knowledge” test and the 15-year longstop. Drawing on recent cases such as Memon v Rainer Hughes, it highlights common claimant arguments, including continuing duty, and offers practical guidance for professionals assessing and deploying limitation as a defence.
A County Court case reveals how a sophisticated enforcement scam led a defendant to make a significant payment to fraudsters using fake court documents and emails. This article examines how these scams operate, why they are becoming more convincing, and the practical steps businesses can take to identify red flags and protect themselves from fraud.
This article explores when a party can reasonably refuse to engage in mediation or other forms of ADR in civil proceedings. Drawing on key cases including Halsey, Churchill and MJS Projects, it examines the evolving legal framework, the court’s powers to compel ADR, and the costs risks associated with refusal, offering practical guidance for parties navigating dispute resolution.
The Health Services Safety Investigations Body’s recent investigation examines the patient safety risks in mental health inpatient settings.