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Free Webinar! What hair really tells us: science over stereotypes
Join Cansford Labs’ Amy Duda as she busts myths on drug detection in hair, from passive smoke to melanin, in this evidence-led webinar.
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Digital Marketing
User Testing Benefits for Law Firms
In this article, Chris Lucarelli of Cal Partners explores how user and usability testing can give law firms a competitive edge by enhancing digital client experience.
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Breaking Down Silos: The Competitive Edge of Collaborative Legal Practice
In this article, Katie da Gama explores how collaborative legal practice in shared purpose, psychological safety, and client-focused teamwork offers a competitive edge.
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Mental Health
Is your workplace toxic? How employers can shield you from stress
Workplace stress can lead to serious mental and physical health consequences, affecting productivity, job satisfaction, and overall wellbeing. In this article, Jessica Rowson of Oakwood Solicitors outlines the legal responsibilities employers have to protect staff from occupational stress, common causes of stress at work, and what employees can do if they feel unsupported.
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Mental Health
Stepping Up Without Burning Out: A Real Story from Legal Life
This is Hannah’s story, a high-performing lawyer close to burnout who found confidence and balance through tailored coaching with Vikki Pratley. By redefining success, setting boundaries, and making small changes, she learned to thrive in her career without sacrificing her wellbeing. In this powerful article, Vikki shares how targeted support can help legal professionals work smarter not harder.
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Mental Health
Introducing our internal community
In this Mental Health Awareness Week piece, Satpal Kaur Thompson explores the idea of an ‘inner community, the different parts of ourselves shaped by experience and how recognising, understanding, and integrating these parts can lead to greater self-awareness, reduced internal conflict, and improved mental wellbeing.
World Suicide Prevention Day
This week on Tuesday it was World Suicide Prevention Day to encourage people to talk about their feelings, support one another and raise awareness of suicide prevention. This year, it is crucial to raise awareness as the number of suicides has been recorded as the highest on record since 1999. In this article Emma Piorkowska of Oakwood Solicitors highlights the latest campaign and provides information of services that can be accessed for support.
Chronicle Law’s Commitment to Mental Well-being in the Legal Sector
Supporting World Mental Health Day As we approach World Mental Health Day on 10th October, Chronicle Law is focusing on mental health in the legal profession. We’ll be sharing articles on key mental health topics, highlighting issues that impact both legal professionals and the broader community. Teaming up with Y Therapy, LawCare, Dr Catherine Sykes […]
Early Detection of Pulmonary Fibrosis
September is Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month, in this article Jason Spence of Oakwood Solicitors highlights the need for early detection of this life-threatening condition and explains what it is.
You’re Sitting on a Goldmine (Here’s how to cash in)
As a busy conveyancer, following up on cold leads can be overwhelming. Convert Crew offers a hands-free solution to convert those leads into paying clients—at no upfront cost. For a limited time, they’re partnering with three conveyancing firms to demonstrate their lead-conversion system, completely free of charge. Let Convert Crew handle your follow-ups while you focus on your business.
Immigration Law, Human Rights & Adult Dependent Relatives Free Webinar
In this free 1 hour webinar, Jane Elliott-Kelly and Eric Fripp of 36 Public and Human Rights, 36 Group, survey legal provision for entry or remaining in the United Kingdom as an adult dependent relative, within the Immigration Rules HC 395, and outside it by reference to article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms.
Solicitor firms encouraged to help two-thirds of UK adults without an up-to-date Will by joining 2024 Will Aid campaign
Solicitors now have the chance to help the staggering 67% of UK adults who either don’t have a Will or have one that’s out-of-date, by taking part in this year’s Will Aid campaign. A poll by the Will-writing charity, which surveyed more than 2,000 people across the country, found 56% haven’t made a Will, and […]
The Wrong Type Of Milestone In Forensic Science
In this article, Alan Baker of Bericon Forensics, presents his views on the significant changes in the forensic science marketplace in England and Wales. Baker questions whether privatisation has worked for criminal justice.
What Happens When An Inheritance Is Unclaimed In The UK?
Unclaimed inheritances in the UK can lead to complex legal procedures, often resulting in the assets being transferred to the Crown. This article from Blanchards explores the common reasons inheritances go unclaimed; including missing heirs, lost wills, and intestacy. The article briefly looks into the legal process of managing unclaimed estates, the role of the Bona Vacantia Division, and what happens when no rightful heirs are found. Learn how to prevent your client’s estate from becoming unclaimed and ensure their wishes are honoured.
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AI and Family Law: A New Era of Legal Writing
Artificial intelligence (AI) is making significant inroads into family law, particularly in England and Wales, offering new tools to streamline research and document creation for legal professionals. In this article John Bolch, Family Law blogger for Cansford Laboratories, provides a short review of AI’s capabilities and warns it still requires expert human oversight, especially when offering legal advice. Bolch highlights the concerns around the ethics of AI-generated content and copyright issues. With AI’s continued development Bolch questions if it is poised to become an essential tool for family lawyers?
New Legal Services & Legal Affairs TV Shows – TV Channel About To Launch
This ground breaking Sunday magazine-style show, led by Barry D. Ryan, a veteran UK TV executive, will merge high-end investigative journalism with accessible legal services for those in need.
Drug Driving vs. Drink Driving: Challenges In Evidence Collection Post-Synlab Scandal
Section 5A of the Road Traffic Act 2015 was introduced to address the challenges of prosecuting drug driving cases that often failed under the previous legislation. In this presentation, Alan Baker from Bericon explores the key differences between drink driving and drug driving offenses, highlighting the processes of blood sample collection and analysis. He also discusses the potential impact of the Synlab data scandal on forensic evidence and future prosecutions.
From Pints to Particles: My client says he hasn’t touched a drop in six months – how can new developments in alcohol testing help him prove his sobriety?
Chronicle Law is pleased to announce Cansford Labs’ upcoming webinar this September, led by Reporting Scientist Jayne Hazon.
This session will cover key alcohol testing protocols, case histories and methods to prove sobriety.
Designed for family law professionals and social workers, this webinar offers valuable insights to support your work.
Register today and share with your colleagues.
The Big Knows Guide to Building a Values Driven Business
This article stresses the importance of integrating company values into daily operations to shape corporate culture and employee behaviour.
Written by Simon Calderbank at Big Knows, it suggests involving employees in defining values, communicating them effectively and having leaders advocate for them.
Big Knows offers workshops to help businesses clarify and implement their values, aiming to boost employee engagement and overall success.
Enforcing the Novel Food regime – Part 1: Overview and Rationale
This article reviews the enforcement of the Novel Food (England) Regulations 2018, highlighting local authorities’ roles in regulating novel foods like SARNS and cannabis-based products. The enforcement involves three key approaches: seizure and condemnation, civil sanctions and criminal penalties.
How can high-achievers break the ‘glass ceiling’?
Dr Catherine Sykes explains the “glass ceiling,” an invisible barrier that limits career advancement for underrepresented groups. This article highlights the impact of psychological barriers and workplace biases and offers strategies to overcome them, including building self-confidence and addressing internal obstacles.
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