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WEBSimon Parsons, Solicitor and Teaching Fellow in Law at Bath Spa University, discusses in detail the law of manslaughter, particularly the legal tests to ascertain whether someone has committed gross negligence manslaughter or unlawful act manslaughter, and how such definitions have evolved through case law. 10 Sept 2024.
Capacity to litigate: a step toward clarity? - Solicitors Journal
WEB21 hours ago · Capacity to litigate is a subject under reform and for good reason. Uncertainty arises from gaps within the existing CPR regime, which is likely to become a greater problem with an ageing population. This article aims to provide practical guidance for practitioners acting in civil proceedings and to …
Rushed bidding process threatens justice - Solicitors Journal
WEB5 hours ago · In a recent statement, the Law Society of England and Wales expressed deep concern over the rushed bidding process for new 10-year contracts related to criminal legal aid. The organisation argues that key decisions about the future of criminal legal aid must be addressed before firms are expected to submit bids. Richard Atkinson, vice president ...
SRA urged to rethink penalty regime - Solicitors Journal
WEB4 hours ago · The Law Society of England and Wales has expressed strong opposition to the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) consultation on a new financial penalty regime, urging a complete re-evaluation of the proposals. According to the Society, the framework is potentially unlawful, confusing, and inconsistent with the Legal Services Act ...
Solving fractional lease investment issues - Solicitors Journal
WEB1 day ago · The Qualia Group managed care homes across the North of England, raising over £53 million from small investors in exchange for leases to 793 rooms across 16 care homes. These leases promised annual returns of 8% to 10%. However, concerns from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regarding the legality and …
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WEBAug 15, 2024 · Roundup of the latest international law written by leading Solicitors, Barristers, judges and Partners, for readers of the Solicitors Journal
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WEBOct 12, 2023 · The latest issue of the Solicitors Journal in a nutshell. SJ Interview: Simon Slater and Emma Thompson Emma Thompson, Partner and Head of Employment, and Simon Slater, Non-Executive Chair of Thackray Williams, share how their firm transitioned from a small high street law firm into a medium-sized LLP and an aspiring Top 200 UK firm.
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