Bats have lost out in a legal battle over a proposed roadway. In Morge (FC) v Hampshire County Council [2011] UKSC 2, the Supreme Court considered the extent of the UK’s obligation under the Habitats Directive to prohibit “deliberate disturbance” of certain species of bats.
The ancient rule of champerty cannot derail a conditional fee agreement (CFA), the Court of Appeal has ruled in a landmark case.
The Segway has come of age, after a judge officially announced that it is a “motor vehicle” and should not be ridden on the pavement.
An “accident app” has been created to gather relevant evidence of an incident including witness statements, photographs and audio recordings.
Barristers may have to share responsibility for the management of chambers under the Bar Standards Board’s consultation paper on the proposed new Code of Conduct, published last week.
Law firms are searching for loans to cope with an “unprecedented” cashflow squeeze ahead of the 31 January tax deadline.
Court of Appeal allows appeal against detention under Mental Health Act A man who was accused of stalking women and then detained under the Mental Health Act 1983 (the 1983 Act) has succeeded in his human rights claim.
The default retirement age will cease to exist from October
Deputy PM Nick Clegg has announced new proposals on flexible parental leave which could see fathers taking over childcare after six weeks.
Tough economic times have led to a significant increase in tribunals’ workloads.
Commercial firm strengthens real estate disputes team with associate hire
Firm appoints three directors to board
Six promoted to partner and one to legal director across UK and Ireland offices