R (on the application of Equitable Members Action Group) v HM Treasury and others [2009] EWHC 2495 (Admin), [2009] All ER (D) 163 (Oct)
Unprecedented difficulties faced many firms during this season’s round of insurance renewal. Yes, they were mainly small firms, but some larger firms had problems too, and it may not be long before even large international firms start feeling the pressure too.
Piracy has always had a spurious glamour. Since the 17th century no case has appeared in Europe. The “Brethren of the Coast” had effectively been controlled even in the Caribbean. However the saga of the Arctic Star, which disappeared at the end of July, has proved more surreal than the Hollywood film, Pirates of the Caribbean.
Heather Platt provides an update on stress related case law
Elliot Gold discusses the scenario of dismissal resulting from a request by a third party
Dorothea Gartland analyses the concept of significant harm
Tony Walton charts the milestones on the road to fixing fees
While seeing into the future is not yet expected of property lawyers, advising as to future risk is, says James Naylor
What happens when migrants can’t pay for treatment? asks Adam Hundt
Jonathan Pratt provides a statistical analysis of recent trends in City litigation
MOVERS & SHAKERS
NLJ Career Profile: Nikki Bowker, Devonshires
Nikki Bowker, head of litigation and dispute resolution at Devonshires, on career resilience, diversity in law and channelling Elle Woods when the pressure is on
Ellisons—Sarah Osborne
Leasehold enfranchisement specialist joins residential property team
DWF—Chris Air
Firm strengthens commercial team in Manchester with partner appointment
