Beware the rising tide of environmental and human rights litigation
Companies face complex challenges as ESG-related legislation and regulation becomes an ever-increasing focus for governments and regulators across the globe.
Clamping down on quack counsellors
There is an urgent need for direct and comprehensive regulation of counsellors, therapists and ‘complementary practitioners’, argue Malcolm Johnson and Richard Reid.
Decisions
Decisions filed recently with the Law Society (which may be subject to appeal).
FCA broadens approach to disclosure
Financial regulation.
A theory of rights
Labour claims new rights will be transformative for workers and private renters.
Best of the blogs - 25 Jan 2025
Missed our blogs this week? Here’s our top five…
Maksim Znak: An endangered lawyer
Case of imprisoned lawyer is just one highlighted in a disturbing report published to mark the Day of the Endangered Lawyer
Are we ready for AI translators in the legal industry?
Despite its many apparent advantages, there has been some nervousness about introducing AI translation tools into legal proceedings.
Open justice online: Let’s give credit where credit is due
From the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal to the Rolls Building, technology is gradually opening up judicial proceedings.
News focus
In depth: Journalists test scope of family court transparency initiative
The family court’s transparency drive is being tested as journalists seek to overturn an order restraining the identification of judges involved in proceedings relating to the murdered Sara Sharif.
How to: use LinkedIn
With its humble brags and ‘personal journeys’, LinkedIn is the professional networking and social media platform everyone loves to hate. Yet, as Eduardo Reyes hears, it’s too big to ignore. Lawyers may as well get it right as they carry on posting.
Making Lawful Decisions
A guide for decision-makers on acting within the law.
Liability for what we fail to do right
David Glass reviews 'Omissions in Tort Law' by Sandy Steel.
What to do when a partner is not doing the business
David Pickup reviews 'Managing Partner Performance: Strategies for Transforming Underperforming Partners'.
The Global ESG Handbook: A Guide for Practitioners
Richard Singleton reviews 'The Global ESG Handbook: A Guide for Practitioners'.
Feeding the machine
James Wilson reviews Chris Reed's AI Fairness and Beyond: Law, Regulation and Technology.
