Making the world greener – will the G7 summit deliver?
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With a backdrop of beautiful beaches many of which are rated the best in the world and stunning coastline it is easy to see why Carbis Bay in Cornwall was selected as the venue for the G7 Summit to be held between 11-13 June.
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Manchester’s growth into a key player in UK’s legal landscape
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Corporate and commercial law
In the past 15 years, the professional community in the North West, and Manchester in particular, has evolved into a significant force, says Ed Foulkes from leading law firm Clarke Willmott LLP.
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The Supreme Court dismissed the workers’ appeals, deciding that the NMW does not apply to time when a sleep-in shift worker is asleep or awake but not for the purposes of working.
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Minimising the negative impact of family law disputes
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Family law
Partner Clare Webb and partner Philippa Yeo explain the importance of non-court dispute resolution and what family lawyers can do to encourage clients to avoid prolonged conflict.
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The Modern Slavery Act 2015 (MSA) introduced a requirement for large commercial organisations to prepare and publish a statement setting out the measures the company has taken to ensure that there is no slavery or human trafficking in any part of its business.
Modular Homes: Rethinking the industry means rethinking your contracts
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The UK’s housing crisis is a continuing “hot topic” in our sector, with the National Housing Federation estimating that 8.4 million people in England are living in unaffordable, insecure or unsuitable homes.
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One loss or more? Another welcome judgment for businesses impacted by the COVID19 pandemic
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Commercial litigation and disputes
Partner Cathy Harris discusses a recent Court of Appeal judgement in the case of Various Eateries Trading Limited v Allianz Insurance Pls [2024] EWCA Civ10
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Cathy Harris
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A patent is a monopoly right which protects inventions. The key point about a monopoly right is that it protects the invention not merely against people who copy it, but those who independently devise or develop something falling within the scope of the patent’s claims. Patents can cover either processes or products.
Pension transfer specialists warned against circumventing UK legislation
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Financial services litigation
When individuals lacking the expertise of a pension transfer specialist and the necessary permissions refer clients to specialized firms, questions arise regarding liability.
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Businesses and individuals depend on their professional advisors to help them to understand and then to protect from areas of risk. However, if a professional fails to protect their interests, the entity seeking their advice can suffer severe financial harm.
