What Is Legal Aid And Am I Eligible?

Over a series of short articles, I intend to examine ways in which legal advisers in the field of trusts and tax can methodically minimise risk in the way that they advise.

This comprehensive guide examines the procedural framework of LCIA arbitration from commencement through enforcement, analyzing strategic decisions at each stage including tribunal formation, document production, interim relief mechanisms, and cost allocation.

Meta has agreed to pay up to $18 billion over 10 years to settle claims by 52 US state and territory attorneys general in the largest state consumer-protection settlement in American history outside tobacco. The settlement imposes binding child-safety obligations including time limits and age assurance, but leaves the core algorithmic feed unchanged and raises questions about whether this represents genuine accountability or a commercially managed outcome.

A High Court ruling examines a contentious dispute between a video game developer and publisher over milestone-based funding and "step in" rights for the first-person shooter Six Days in Fallujah. With over $50 million in development costs at stake and allegations of conspiracy to acquire proprietary source code, the court declined to grant either party interim control of the game's development, leaving both sides without the "keys to the kingdom" pending a full trial.

That has changed and since 31 July 2020, it has been possible to raise group proceedings (also known as class or mass actions) in Scotland. This means that two or more people with the same...

The Civil Justice Council has released its Final Report on AI use in court documents, proposing 15 recommendations that balance innovation with integrity in civil litigation. The report introduces differentiated disclosure requirements for witnesses versus experts, while maintaining existing professional duties for legal representatives in written advocacy.

The decision makes it very clear that the consequences for lawyers who breach their professional obligations by misusing AI are likely to be serious.

A split-second decision can change lives forever. In one-punch manslaughter cases, a single impulsive blow, perhaps thrown in anger, fear or misguided bravado, leads to a tragic death. These ‘death by a single punch’ incidents are more common in the UK than many realise. Dozens of families every year are left devastated, with one family grieving an unimaginable loss, and another family shocked and fearful as their loved one faces a homicide investigation for an outcome no one intended. It’s a tragic reality, one moment of anger, one fatal assault involving a single blow, and two lives (and families) ruined.

This edition focuses on rulings issued between February 16, 2018, and June 15, 2018.

The Commercial Court ruled on a USD 29 million dispute over an LNG carrier charterparty's index-linked pricing formula, determining whether the "JKM-TTF spread" operated bidirectionally or only when JKM exceeded TTF. The decision examines how unprecedented market conditions—where European gas prices surged above Asian prices due to the Ukraine war—tested the contractual formula's application and whether rectification could remedy an alleged drafting oversight.

Law firm Slater and Gordon warns parents about the serious health risks posed by asbestos contamination in children's toys and craft kits, following over 100 product recalls from major UK retailers since early 2026. Industrial Disease Solicitor Ryan O'Hara explains how contaminated play sand imported from overseas quarries can release dangerous asbestos fibres during normal play, potentially causing fatal lung cancer decades later.

Choosing the right divorce lawyer can significantly impact your experience during separation. Understanding what qualifications matter, which questions to ask, and how to identify the right fit for your circumstances can help you approach this important decision with greater confidence and clarity.

Being involved in a road traffic accident abroad presents unique challenges beyond the physical and emotional trauma. Stephen Goodman provides essential guidance on navigating unfamiliar legal systems, insurance requirements, and evidence collection procedures when accidents occur in foreign countries. Understanding the critical steps to take immediately following an overseas collision can significantly impact your ability to secure compensation and protect your rights.

New research reveals that 79% of divorcees experience emotional relief after ending their marriage, with nearly half reporting improved mental health and greater personal freedom. Despite these positive outcomes, many couples delay divorce for months or years, often to protect their children, though this hesitation frequently leads to increased stress and negative impacts on family wellbeing.

A leading industrial disease lawyer has issued an urgent warning after discovering dangerous asbestos-containing building materials being advertised on social media platforms like Facebook Marketplace. With mesothelioma claiming over 2,000 lives annually in the UK, the illegal trade of these toxic materials poses a serious health risk to unsuspecting DIY enthusiasts seeking bargain renovation supplies.

National law firm Slater and Gordon reveals that over 4,000 monthly internet searches focus on holiday accident claims and compensation, reflecting growing concerns among UK travellers about injuries sustained abroad. The research explores what rights holidaymakers have when accidents occur overseas and examines the practical steps travellers should take to protect themselves both before departure and after an incident.

Black Maternal Mental Health Week UK founder Sandra Igwe explores why Black mothers must be heard, believed and supported throughout their maternity journey, and how access to specialist legal advice can provide clarity and justice when care falls short. Discover the seven-year campaign turning awareness into action through community support, advocacy and systemic change.

Navigating divorce as a parent presents unique emotional and practical challenges. Family law expert Rebecca Cliff from Slater and Gordon offers essential guidance on protecting children's wellbeing during separation, emphasizing open communication, maintaining routines, and prioritizing children's needs throughout the process.

A family secured £235,000 after their loved one died from sepsis and pneumonia when an ambulance crew failed to identify life-threatening infection signs despite clear red flags. The case highlights critical failures in recognizing sepsis symptoms in a vulnerable patient with a kidney transplant, raising important questions about emergency medical assessment protocols and the devastating consequences of missed opportunities for intervention.

When divorcing later in life, protecting inheritance for children and grandchildren becomes a critical concern. Understanding how separation affects wills, pensions, trusts and remarriage scenarios can help ensure family wealth passes to intended beneficiaries rather than being redirected through future relationships or estate complications.