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
NLJ Career Profile: Stephen Ward, The Barrister Group
From mowing lawns to life at the Bar: Stephen Ward reflects on an unconventional career
Clarke Willmott—Ben Loosemore
Commercial property partner joins Clarke Willmott in Southampton
Ellisons—Robert Tiffen
Robert Tiffen joins Ellisons as Partner in growing Norwich office
Jonathan Fisher KC highlights that it now accounts for around 40% of criminal offences, with roughly 70% involving technology, and argues that the UK cannot simply prosecute its way out of the problem. Detection, investigation and prosecution all require improvement, while different fraud types demand tailored responses.
