Our commercial healthcare solicitors offer extensive experience to our clients across the healthcare sector, including care homes, GP practices, dental practices, nurseries, veterinary practices, and pharmacies.
KVB Consultants v. Jacob Hopkins McKenzie: A warning shot for principal firms
News
Financial services litigation
The Court of Appeal in KVB Consultants Ltd and others v Jacob Hopkins McKenzie Ltd and others has upheld a High Court decision that principal firms cannot exclude liability for their appointed representatives through drafting contracts which are detached from factual reality.
Written by
and
Laura Robinson (née Hazell)
Read more on KVB Consultants v. Jacob Hopkins McKenzie: A warning shot for principal firms
Whether you want to ensure your family are provided for, appoint guardians for your children, reward friendships or ensure that your assets pass to particular people, making a Will can provide peace of mind and prevent legal problems for your family later on.
is when a medical or healthcare professional fails to provide treatment at the standard considered reasonable for their experience and specialism; they fail in their ‘duty of care’ – with life changing consequences for the patient. This is usually by doing something they shouldn’t have or not doing something they should have.
So, if you or a loved one believe you’ve come to serious harm at the hands of a surgeon, doctor, midwife, GP, optician or any other healthcare professional, you could be due compensation.
New EPC Regulations – a force for good or unnecessary burden?
News
Sarah Manley, Partner who specialises in commercial property matters, explores the impact of the proposed new Energy Performance Certificates (“EPC”) regulations on commercial properties.
Read more on New EPC Regulations – a force for good or unnecessary burden?
Novia SIPP compensation: lawyers urge clients of platform to act now
News
Following the announcement that investment platform Novia Financial has set aside millions to cover compensation claims, our specialist financial services lawyers are urging anyone who has investments with the platform to act now.
Read more on Novia SIPP compensation: lawyers urge clients of platform to act now
Navigating this complex area of law is challenging. In addition to the relevant legislation, the regime is underpinned by a significant body of case law, guidance and practice. Our team can assist contracting authorities (public sector and utilities) with everything from the design and execution of large-scale tender processes, direct awards, exemptions, and contract management, as well as bigger picture issues such as the preparation of organisational procurement policies and training of evaluators.
The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 – Part 2
News
Property litigation
Key reforms being introduced by the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 will see the most significant changes to the leasehold sector for over a decade.
Written by
Gabrielle Roberts
,
Kary Withers
and
Lynn James
Read more on The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 – Part 2
Update on contracting authorities co-operating together
News
An Advocate General’s opinion in ISE v Stadt Koln Case C-796/18 has provided guidance on the circumstances in which contracting authorities can co-operate with other contracting authorities without needing to procure the arrangement.
Read more on Update on contracting authorities co-operating together
Most people prepare a Will to ensure that their family is taken care of when they die. Not many imagine years of legal battles while their loved ones argue over their estate.
