Banking
Steven Friel & Michael Williams predict an upsurge in derivatives litigation in the English courts
Peter Hayden outlines a beneficial decision for investors in hedge funds wishing to bring multiple derivative actions
Legislation news update
In the hope of writing off loans, many people are being exploited by case management companies, says Rodney Gardner
Finance
Retail banks successful in unarranged overdraft charges test case
Client accounts managed by solicitors will be guaranteed up to £50,000 per person, per bank.
Annuitants’ solicitor estimates losses to be in the region of £6.5bn
Sympathy but no compensation for Northern Rock investors
Katten strengthens financial markets and funds group in London
Hugh James expands national Serious Injury team with two new Partners
HFW continues Paris office growth with public law Partner hire