All articles by John Hyde – Page 206
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OpinionSure, force firms to publish prices. But what good will it do?
Other service providers are brilliant at publishing prices, but consumers are arguably no better informed.
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NewsFirm wins remittal of constructive dismissal claim from clerk
Firm said employment tribunal had not adequately explained its reasoning.
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NewsSRA backs compulsory publication of prices
Regulator U-turns in response to recommendations of competition watchdog.
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NewsSlater and Gordon chief Grech quits as lenders take control
Firm says new debt deal provides ’a stable platform for its future operations in both Australia and the UK’.
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NewsRetired solicitor ends career after historic breach of client confidentiality
Stephen Chittenden removes himself from the roll after SRA probes his actions in 1980s murder investigation.
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NewsLawyers urged to beware fake invoices after data hack
MedCo says users of the scheme should check the validity of requests for payment.
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NewsFairpoint shares suspended after bank pulls the plug
Simpson Millar owner has endured a difficult year trading on the stock market.
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NewsLiverpool legal giant Rex Makin dies aged 91
Tributes pour for lawyer who qualified 68 years ago and embarked on remarkable career.
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NewsSRA chooses three firms for key legal adviser role
Appointments follow 'comprehensive procurement process', regulator says.
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NewsAccountants get green light for full legal services offering
Two applications from Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales recommended for approval by oversight regulator.
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NewsCollapsed firm consultant transferred client data for new job
Peter Aldis said he was not aware of the protocol for transfer of data obtained in 'chaotic circumstances'.
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NewsFirms to face fee hike to cover SRA scam payouts
Regulator says more reports coming in of rogue firms lending credibility to fraudulent schemes.
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NewsCity fears legal talent drain prompted by Brexit uncertainty
Freshfields consultant calls for immediate assurances on recognition and enforcement of judgments.
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NewsMedical defenders: We need to talk about compensation costs
Medical Protection Society says spending on clinical negligence claims has reached critical point.
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NewsSRA aware of stresses from 'compliance culture' burden
Regulator says simplification partly designed to make compliance easier for solicitors.
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NewsSRA prosecution was 'political game' to attack human rights - Day
Cleared solicitor admits his firm made mistakes but questions the merits of bringing multi-million pound tribunal case.
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NewsQueen's speech: Labour condemns whiplash plans
Language and details of whiplash plans will be familiar for personal injury sector.
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NewsIT hold-ups delay electronic bill of costs to 2018
Scheme was due to be mandatory from October but that deadline will not be met.
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NewsJudge slashes costs after CFA deemed unreasonable and unfair
Costs including £420 hourly rate halved following a detailed assessment last month.
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NewsRevealed: Jackson's fixed fees pilot to cap costs at £80k
Details emerge of how pilot scheme for fixed costs scheme will work in practice.