Part 2: take 2. Andrew Parker reflects on where we are with civil costs reform
Mark Solon appraises Lord Justice Jackson’s views on focusing expert evidence & controlling costs
Ian Smith explores some recent cases that reaffirm existing employment law
Where are we with capital settlements, asks Marc Saunderson
Richard Scorer examines the legal principles behind the child abuse scandal in the Catholic Church
David Savage & Kate Knox provide an update on the latest construction contract changes
Nicholas Dobson follows the story of the Brent library closures
Peter Vaines breaks down the Gaines-Cooper case & provides an update on other taxing matters
In what circumstances can a family court issue a second committal order for contempt, asks Claire Sanders
Williams v Essex County Council [2011] EWCA Civ 1315, [2011] All ER (D) 127 (Nov)
MOVERS & SHAKERS
Arc Pensions Law—Matthew Swynnerton
Chair of the Association of Pension Lawyers joins as partner
Ampa Group—Kamal Chauhan
Group names Shakespeare Martineau partner head of Sheffield office
Blake Morgan—four promotions
Four legal directors promoted to partner across UK offices
The abolition of assured shorthold tenancies and section 21 evictions marks the beginning of a ‘brave new world’ for England’s rental sector, writes Daniel Bacon of Seddons GSC
