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Kingsley Napley’s Medical Negligence Team ‘walks together’ with the Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity
Sharon Burkill
24 June 2013
Claims against banks – your 10 point guide
There are a vast number of individuals and business considering whether to litigate against banks in the wake of the global financial crisis. Before starting any such action, it would be wise to weigh up the following issues...
13 June 2013
Case Update: Court of Appeal reaffirms principles on limitation periods in professional negligence claims
In the case of Susan Berney v Thomas Saul (t/a Thomas Saul & Co) [2013] EWCA Civ 640, the Court of Appeal overturned the decision of the County Court and held that the claimant’s cause of action in the professional negligence claim against her former solicitor had accrued from the day that her original claim was settled, and as such was not time-barred.
13 June 2013
Does dementia make a will invalid?
Kate Paley reflects on the outcome of a recent case in the High Court and lessons to be learned.
5 June 2013
A timely reminder for lawyers to reacquaint themselves with the White Book?
Given the recent and extensive amendments to the CPR, it may be useful for lawyers to remind themselves of the deadlines that apply when issuing and serving proceedings.
20 May 2013
Fraud Advisory Panel’s report published today: obtaining redress and improving outcomes for fraud victims
Fraud is a major threat to citizens, businesses and the government. The National Fraud Authority has estimated that the total annual losses from all fraud against all types of victims is now at least £73bn. The Fraud Advisory Panel has released its main recommendations today on “obtaining redress and improving outcomes for the victims of fraud”.
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