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Uncategorised  |  31:07:18
Shocking statistics show how the state continues to fail to protect lives
Official figures released on 25 July have shown that deaths in police custody have risen by nearly 65% to their highest figure in 10 years, with 23 people dying in the last year alone. These deaths occurred either in police cells or whilst being taken to hospital following detention in a police cell or arrest.
Uncategorised  |  30:07:18
Customer become insolvent? Here’s how you can get your goods back
In a competitive market, offering your goods on credit is often a commercial necessity. But what if your customer becomes insolvent before they have paid for the goods? In this scenario, you will want your goods back – and to have a realistic chance of getting them back, you need to consider your contract before supply takes place.
Uncategorised  |  27:07:18
Is it time for Inheritance Tax to be simplified?
We have contributed to a public consultation run by the Office of Tax Simplification on how the UK’s inheritance tax regime could be made simpler and more accessible.
Opinion  |  27:07:18
How did talcum powder become contaminated with asbestos? What you need to know
Abbie Porter from our expert mesothelioma team looks at the news that talcum powder could have been contaminated with asbestos, and what this means for the future.
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Uncategorised  |  26:07:18
DoLS reforms – draft Bill seeks increased obligations for care home managers
The current Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards system (“DoLS”), for authorising arrangements for those who lack capacity to lawfully be deprived of their liberties, has been widely acknowledged as being in urgent need of reform.
Uncategorised  |  26:07:18
RWK Goodman achieves top rankings in Chambers High Net Worth guide
RWK Goodman have achieved top rankings in the 2018 edition of the Chambers High Net Worth guide, released by Chambers and Partners, the international leading guide to the law (published 19 July 2018).
Opinion  |  26:07:18
Tips for seeking legal advice – #SolicitorChat
Our team got involved with the Law Society's #SolicitorChat initiative, to help people on social media understand key topics around the legal profession. This time, Ali Cloak and Mark Hambleton offered their perspectives on instructing a solicitor.
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Uncategorised  |  25:07:18
Nestle fails to get its break
The long running saga of Nestle’s Kit Kat came to a head today, after the European Court of Justice (ECJ) rejected Nestle’s appeal against an earlier ruling in respect of registering the shape of its four-fingered Kit Kat.
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Uncategorised  |  25:07:18
Supreme Court rules unhappy wife must stay married – comment from law firm RWK Goodman
The Supreme Court has today ruled that an unhappy wife must stay married, despite living apart from her estranged husband since 2015. Supreme Court judges reluctantly made the ruling, saying that it was for...
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Uncategorised  |  25:07:18
Government, regulators and employers failing on sexual harassment – comment from RWK Goodman
The Women and Equalities Committee, chaired by Maria Miller MP, has published a report today that says Government, regulators and employers are all failing in their responsibilities to tackle sexual harassment in the workplace....
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Opinion  |  24:07:18
How to successfully apply for the Help to Buy equity loan
Many people find themselves in a position where they are financially comfortable with mortgage repayments, yet cannot save up the necessary deposit to purchase a home. The Help to Buy equity loan scheme offers the opportunity for purchasers to borrow up to 20% of their property purchase price (40% in London).
House of Lords to consider Bribery Act impact on SMEs
Uncategorised  |  23:07:18
House of Lords to consider Bribery Act impact on SMEs
A Select Committee on the Bribery Act 2010 has been appointed by the House of Lords to consider the Act and to make recommendations to the Government.
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