Issue: Vol 161, Issue 7491

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)