All Comment articles – Page 63
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Hong Kong's extradition dilemma
Further pressure from Beijing may ensue if the bill is withdrawn. Passing the bill risks widespread public disorder.
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Shouldn't lawyers have a duty to flag up opponents’ mistakes?
Clients will love you for letting opponents screw up, but the wider public may see solicitors playing games.
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Costs in the Court of Appeal create unique challenges
Post script for Jofa Ltd & Anor v Benherst Finance Ltd & Anor gained a great deal of attention.
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Why we'll take our Ryanair costs fight to the Supreme Court
A Court of Appeal judgment over flight delay claims could have consequences for all firms developing their own technology.
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International cooperation on cybercrime: lawyers beware
Pre-existing citizens’ safeguards should not be thrown out to make room for new laws.
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When the Arkin cap doesn’t fit
The ruling in Davey v Money [2019] EWHC 997 (Ch) delivered a blow to the cap that won't sit well with litigation funders.
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Time to redouble our efforts for equal representation
Inclusivity measures in the profession have had an impact, but progress has not been seen everywhere.
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Blog: Mother in Law
Diary of a busy practitioner, juggling work and family somewhere in England. This week: starting school.
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Principles and the European arrest warrant
Welcome intervention by CJEU or another example of EU over-reach?
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Why can't a woman be more like a man?
Assuming women must behave like men to gain the same results in their career will not achieve gender equality.
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Cross-examination in sexual offences
Pilot scheme will help improve complainants’ experiences, but we must be aware of the impact on defendants’ rights.
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Judges on the brink amid Brexit uncertainty
Keeping British judges in Luxembourg won’t happen unless the next PM asks for it.
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NDAs and the ethics debate
To suggest that the Law Society has failed to discharge our responsibility to the public is simply not correct.
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BAILII needs your support
A free and reliable source of case law is an essential part of our rule of law fabric.
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No lifejacket under your seat: 100 years of aviation law
The year 1919 marked the debut of intercontinental flying - and of solutions to the legal challenges it presented.
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Artificial intelligence and lawyers' ethics
Guidelines for trustworthy AI identify key requirements applicable to the profession.
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Blog: Mother in Law
Diary of a busy practitioner, juggling work and family somewhere in England. This week: dealing with opponents.
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Restrictive covenants: a win-win for partner mobility
Firms must consider carefully the most effective way to protect their interests when a partner decides to leave.