All articles by John Hyde – Page 82
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NewsNews focus: CJC forum brainstorms costs reform
Costs lawyers convened at the Civil Justice Council last week to discuss another shakeup. Delegates offered robust opinions, but there was little consensus.
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NewsCourt blocks bid to issue 3,500 cases on just one claim form
Master Davison gives claimant firm Hugh James six months to sort out which claims will survive.
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NewsNew platform pledges to democratise access to group claims
Founders say they can help David take on Goliath through bringing victims together.
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NewsMPs angry as Raab ducks human rights committee
Justice secretary had said he was open to scrutiny of the Bill of Rights Bill.
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NewsSolicitor convicted over VAT fraud agrees to be struck off
Practitioner jailed in Germany for his involvement in a so-called 'carousel' VAT fraud across Europe.
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NewsSlater and Gordon returns to London with new office opening
Chief executive says the new office represents a ‘return to our roots’ in the capital’s legal district.
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NewsClients given ‘no choice’ of barrister by solicitors
Bar Standards Board says regulatory reform may be needed if consumer interests are not being met.
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NewsSolicitor fined for misleading court over barrister fee dispute
North west practitioner filed incorrect defence after counsel had taken court action over non-payment.
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NewsCILEX bodies in public spat over regulatory overhaul
Representative body for legal executives wants the opportunity to delegate regulation elsewhere. But the current watchdog disagrees.
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NewsBig and small firms join cost of living bonus push
Magic circle giant and Stockport legal aid practice both offer bonuses for staff.
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NewsClaimants waiting six months to settle whiplash portal cases
Portal was supposed to provide quicker and more efficient routes to justice.
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NewsSolicitor-judge struck off for skimming £300,000 from employers
Misconduct continued over 16 years and resulted in solicitor being sued by former firm.
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NewsKnights shares rebound despite profits slide
Listed firm had progress checked in 2022 but says business is ‘highly resilient’.
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NewsBelsner off until October after counsel catches Covid
Second attempt to hear crucial personal injury costs appeal is thwarted.
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NewsAustralian subscription law firm opens to UK
Owners say they want LegalVision to exploit lack of tech-driven providers in this country.
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NewsCourt of Appeal rejects defendant’s fixed costs challenge
Judges rule that ‘detailed assessment’ is not to be applied to level of fixed costs.
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NewsNews focus: Divorcing couples are increasingly seeking joint representation
Separating couples are increasingly asking to be represented by the same solicitor. Those involved believe this ‘one lawyer’ service could be the future – and not just for family law.
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NewsCourt throws out attempt to have junior solicitor jailed
Disgruntled father who tried to bring contempt proceedings found to have ulterior motives.
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NewsMerger firms allowed to keep their names
Deals affecting firms in Cheshire and Bedfordshire announced this week.
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NewsSolicitor fined for allowing £68,000 deposit payment to fraudster
West Yorkshire practitioner admitted he did not scrutinise transaction closely enough.