Desmond v Chief Constable of Nottinghamshire Police [2011] EWCA Civ 3, [2011] All ER (D) 37 (Jan)
Oliver Gayner reviews the work of the last three terms in the UK Supreme Court
Dominic Regan believes there are odd cases…& odd judges to boot
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.
A support service for lawyers suffering emotional distress has experienced its second busiest year since opening.
The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is calling a halt to firms that offer cash incentives to prospective compensation claimants.
The requirement to appoint compliance officers under the draft Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) handbook could encourage a culture of fear and secrecy, Legal Risk LLP partner Frank Maher has warned.
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
