When team work goes bad: Claims in dishonest assistance
Commercial litigation and disputes
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We can guide you through the complexities of bringing a dishonest assistance claim, ensuring that all the necessary facts are carefully pleaded and supported by robust evidence.
Written by
John Flint
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Landowners who privately rent properties are being urged to act now before new legislation is introduced which will make it more difficult to evict tenants.
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Claims against financial advisors for alleged negligent advice
Commercial litigation and disputes
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High net worth individuals, including professional sportspeople, are often approached in relation to unregulated investments or non-mainstream tax planning that presents significant financial risk.
Written by
Laura Robinson (née Hazell)
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Developer’s – don’t forget your commercial leases in your residential schemes – Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 section 5 (LTA)
Commercial property
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Where a private landlord/developer of a mixed use residential and commercial scheme is proposing to lease its commercial premises then beware, (under certain circumstances) qualifying tenants of flats have a right of first refusal to purchase that interest.
Written by
Nicola Sutton
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How to obtain a Norwich Pharmacal Order – Key insights
Commercial litigation and disputes
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A Norwich Pharmacal order (NPO) allows a party to obtain information from a third party, typically to help identify a wrongdoer or uncover evidence of misconduct.
Written by
Louise Goodwin
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Inquest into the death of Jairus Earl – what next for holders of shotgun certificates?
Crime & regulatory
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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.
Written by
Sam Harkness
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Resolving cross-border disputes: International arbitration
Commercial litigation and disputes
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Our specialist commercial litigation team can navigate both international disputes and arbitration proceedings across a spectrum of commercial contexts.
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Clarke Willmott’s guide to getting business ready for new regulation on Corporate Offences and Fraud
Crime & regulatory
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Fraud is the most commonly recorded category of crime in the UK, amounting to around 40 per cent of all reported crime in England and Wales. Now the regulatory landscape around fraud is changing – and businesses will need to be ready.
Written by
Sam Harkness
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Director accountability: When can they be personally liable for company wrongdoing?
Commercial litigation and disputes
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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.
Written by
John Flint
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