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Director accountability: When can they be personally liable for company wrongdoing?

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The question whether a director or senior manager should be held personally liable as an accessory to a tort committed by their company is elusive, fact-sensitive and context-dependent.

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Employment status of athletes & sports coaches: everything you need to know

Sport
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In the world of professional and grassroots sport, the question of whether athletes and coaches are employees or independent contractors has significant legal, tax, and practical consequences.

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Grandparents’ rights under Section 8 of the Children Act 1989

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Section 8 of the Children Act 1989 acknowledges the importance of maintaining relationships between children and their extended family members, including grandparents.

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Inquest into the death of Jairus Earl – what next for holders of shotgun certificates?

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The Inquest into Jairus’ death has resulted in the issue of a Report to Prevent Future Deaths (PFD) by the Senior Coroner for Dorset, Rachael Clare Griffin. Her PFD addressed two particular matters of concern.

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Inquests – Frequently asked questions

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If you’re a care provider, healthcare professional, employer or family member facing an inquest following a death, this guide outlines the key legal aspects and how our firm can support you.

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Player personal data: Navigating UK legislation and the future of sports analytics

Commercial contracts and agreements
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In the dynamic and commercially charged world of professional sports, contracts are at the core of legal and financial relationships. In this article we discuss how brands and rights holders can safeguard exclusivity.

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Reforming the Professional Negligence Pre-Action Protocol: Why penalties for non-engagement with ADR are so important

Commercial litigation and disputes
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The Professional Negligence Pre-Action Protocol (PAP) was initially introduced in July 2001 to provide a framework for parties involved in claims of professional negligence to engage in early discussions before starting formal legal proceedings.

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Should I make a sole or joint no fault divorce application?

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In a sole application, only one party is responsible for making the application and progressing it. In a joint application, both spouses apply together and are jointly responsible for progressing.

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Should I sue the NHS?

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Over recent years, it has become clear that the NHS is in crisis with over 350,000 people waiting over a year for treatment and with cancer waiting times for 2023 in England being the worst on record.

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Still seeing too farming injuries and deaths

Agriculture
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HSE data shows farming is the most dangerous profession in the UK, personal injury lawyer says more needs to be done to keep the industry safe.

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The court grants dramatic relief in a very dramatic case

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The recent case of Garofalo v Crisp; Re Valorem Holdings Ltd demonstrates the breadth and scope of the courts discretion to order remedies (both final and interim) in an unfair prejudice petition.

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