Welcome to the latest edition of our Serious Injury and Clinical Negligence newsletter! As usual, we have several topical issues which we hope you will find useful.
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The Online Safety Act: Introduction of new regulations by Ofcom for service providers
News
Commercial contracts and agreements
There has been a lot of discussion over the last year about the Online Safety Bill, particularly for its controversial nature amongst the Big Tech companies. The Bill received Royal Assent on 26 October 2023 and is now the Online Safety Act.
Written by
Stephen Green
and
Amy Peacey
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Our solicitors are experts in the provision of forward-think advice relating to the laws of England and Wales. We advise UK residents, expats and foreign nationals with personal ties and assets across borders. We also advise overseas residents who are moving to, living in or leaving the UK, or investing in property or business here.
To appoint a professional Court of Protection deputy to manage the financial affairs of a vulnerable person, contact us for a free, confidential consultation.
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Kerry’s primary focus is the needs of the client and their family when pursuing a claim, taking into account that each client is an individual with specific requirements who needs to be supported in addition to the legal investigation.
Marguarita Tyne is a claimant clinical negligence solicitor who investigates and brings claims on behalf of patients who have been injured during the course of their medical treatment, acting mainly (but not exclusively) for brain injury claimants in high value and often complex litigation.
Our Home Sales team has significant experience in dealing with new build developments and all associated matters. We can assist you by preparing comprehensive contract packs for your developments, assisting with your infrastructure agreements and dealing with your outright or shared ownership sales. We will have team members with specialist knowledge in all of these areas.
The Financial Ombudsman Service confirms that Intelligent Money Ltd failed to protect its customers
News
Financial services litigation
The primary consideration for the FOS was whether Intelligent Money acted with reasonable care, due diligence, and fairness in accepting Mr S’ application to invest with Greyfriars in P6.
Written by
Laura Robinson (née Hazell)
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The significance of international post and prenups for professional athletes
Family law
Insights
Professional sports athletes often move abroad to enhance their careers, in these scenarios a pre- or post-nuptial agreement should be seriously considered.
Written by
Chris Longbottom
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