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Is Re-litigating A DPA Claim An Abuse Of Process?
A Technology and Construction Court case examines whether multiple related companies can pursue separate claims under the Defective Premises Act 1972 for the same construction defects...
United KingdomLitigation, Mediation & Arbitration
Fenwick Elliott LLP
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Trade Union Access
The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces significant changes to trade union access rights in UK workplaces, moving beyond the current member-dependent system. These new provisions will enable independent trade unions to negotiate formal access agreements with employers, potentially transforming collective bargaining dynamics and workplace relations across organizations with varying levels of union membership.
United KingdomEmployment and HR
Paris Smith LLP
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Ten AI Giants, One Regulator And A Lesson For Everyone Else: What The ICO’s Foundation Model Report Really Tells Us
The UK's Information Commissioner's Office has completed its supervision of major AI foundation model developers, revealing significant gaps in data protection practices and setting new expectations for legitimate interests assessments, transparency, and special category data handling. The regulator has now turned its attention to agentic AI systems, warning that autonomy is not an excuse for poor compliance and launching a call for evidence that will shape future regulatory guidance.
United KingdomPrivacy
Burges Salmon LLP
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What Is An Individual Voluntary Arrangement (IVA)? A Guide For Debtors And Creditors
An Individual Voluntary Arrangement (IVA) is a formal debt solution that allows individuals to repay creditors through affordable monthly payments over five to six years, with remaining balances typically written off. This legal alternative to bankruptcy requires approval from creditors holding at least 75% of the debt value and is supervised by a licensed insolvency practitioner throughout its duration.
United KingdomInsolvency/Bankruptcy/Re-Structuring
Tees Law
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Navigating The Moral Maze – Adult Child Claims Under The 1975 Act.
Recent court decisions reveal how adult children continue to successfully challenge wills under the Inheritance Act, particularly when estrangement, reconciliation, and continuing parental responsibility intersect with genuine financial need. The landmark case McDaniel v Talbot demonstrates the courts' willingness to award substantial sums where family relationships have been rebuilt before death, even when wills explicitly exclude adult children.
United KingdomFamily and Matrimonial
Foot Anstey
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Safeguarding Charity Brands: Trade Mark Ownership And Intra‑group Licensing For Modern Charitable Organisations – The UK Perspective
Charities today manage complex brand ecosystems spanning trading subsidiaries, fundraising vehicles, and international operations, yet their governance of these valuable brand assets often lags behind organizational sophistication. This article examines why trade mark ownership and intra-group licensing have become critical trustee responsibilities, exploring the hidden risks created by legacy structures and offering practical guidance for protecting and leveraging charitable brand assets effectively.
United KingdomIntellectual Property
Foot Anstey
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Voting At Physical Company Meetings
How can companies ensure accurate vote counting at physical general meetings? This insight examines the voting procedures, from determining shareholder eligibility and managing proxy appointments to conducting polls and appointing scrutineers, providing practical guidance for maintaining integrity in the voting process.
United KingdomCorporate/Commercial Law
Gateley Legal

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