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Compensation obtained for delay in diagnosis of ovarian cancer

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Our client suffered symptoms from abdominal pain to blood in urine, despite being examined by CT scans and ultrasounds, no diagnosis was made until she reached stage 3 ovarian cancer. Whilst the doctors admitted breach of duty, they denied causation.

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Coronavirus and force majeure clauses in construction standard form contracts

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It seems highly probable that the coronavirus pandemic itself will be found to constitute a force majeure. This will only be applicable if the contract was entered before the coronavirus outbreak. Alternatively, contracts will be “frustrated”. This means they literally cannot be performed.

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Could your clients benefit by migrating their offshore trusts to the UK?

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Some trustees and beneficiaries wrongly believe that the trust must remain ‘offshore’ or else face a huge tax bill on immigration back to the UK, but this is not correct.

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Court of Appeal allows secret commissions claim to proceed as a representative action

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Financial services litigation
The Court of Appeal in Commission Recovery Ltd v Marks & Clerk LLP & Another [2024] EWCA Civ 9 has upheld a High Court’s decision permitting a secret commission claim to proceed as a representative action under CPR 19.8 in an important decision for the “opt out” collective action regime in England and Wales.

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Court of Appeal overturns High Court decision on Tesco ‘fire and rehire’

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The Court of Appeal has allowed an appeal from Tesco against the previous decision of the High Court which granted an injunction preventing it from ‘firing and rehiring’ employees in order to force a change to terms and conditions of employment.

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Our expert Court of Protection team has established an exceptional reputation based on our expertise, sensitive approach and outstanding service. Whether you have a disabled child or are caring for a vulnerable adult or elderly relative, we can help you make the right decisions to safeguard and protect their financial interests.

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CQC prosecution: provider ordered to pay over £20,000 after failing to provide safe care to a resident

CQC prosecution: provider ordered to pay over £20,000 after failing to provide safe care to a resident
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CQC has published a report on the prosecution of Wall Hill Care Home Limited today. At Telford Magistrates’ Court, the company was fined…

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Crystal clear solicitor’s fees for motoring offences

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The Crystal Clear Price Promise is our commitment to transparent legal costs and solicitor’s fees with no surprises. Call 0800 652 8025 to discuss your requirements. Offices nationwide.

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Dairy farmers successful in dismissing injunction

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A group of 16 dairy farmers had a significant win in the High Court earlier this week following a dispute with milk processor, Watson’s Dairies Ltd.

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David Stedman takes the reins in the commercial litigation team at Clarke Willmott Birmingham

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Commercial litigation and disputes
Clarke Willmott LLP has announced that partner David Stedman will be taking on a lead role in commercial litigation at its Birmingham office.

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