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Reforming the Professional Negligence Pre-Action Protocol: Why penalties for non-engagement with ADR are so important

Commercial litigation and disputes
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The Professional Negligence Pre-Action Protocol (PAP) was initially introduced in July 2001 to provide a framework for parties involved in claims of professional negligence to engage in early discussions before starting formal legal proceedings.

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Blue Monday: An Essential Guide for Employers dealing with mental health issues in the workplace

Employment law services
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Paula Squire, partner and head of the employment team in Taunton provides an essential guide for employers on Blue Monday

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Classic cars: No MOT, no problem?

Commercial litigation and disputes
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David Stedman, a lawyer specialising in classic car disputes, looks at how useful MOTs are when purchasing a classic car.

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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.

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There is no such thing as Divorce Day

Family law
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‘Divorce Day’ is supposedly the day of the year when the most divorces are started each year. Our Family law team explains that this is the myth created by the media.

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Before, during and after – Environment Agency prosecution and orders show importance of early advice

Crime & regulatory
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Our regulatory team regularly acts for farmers, land owners and businesses engaging with the Environment Agency and local authorities with regards to allegations of environmental pollution. Contact us online today.

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The court grants dramatic relief in a very dramatic case

Commercial litigation and disputes
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The recent case of Garofalo v Crisp; Re Valorem Holdings Ltd demonstrates the breadth and scope of the courts discretion to order remedies (both final and interim) in an unfair prejudice petition.

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Is failing to perform a C-section always negligent?

Medical negligence solicitors
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Clinical negligence solicitor, Vanessa Harris, specialises in claims involving obstetric injury and shares her experience of dealing with these types of claims.

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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.

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Common pitfalls in will drafting and the far-reaching consequences

Private wealth services
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Tom Chiffers and Sarah Arkless private capital specialists at national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP look at some of the common mistakes made when drafting a Will.

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Child Arrangements at Christmas

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Christmas being ‘the most wonderful time of the year’ can weigh heavily on parents who have to make difficult decisions about how to divide their children’s time between both parents, and wider family, over Christmas.

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