Reflections on the Jersey Child Law Conference
Cansford Labs Kim Bagley shares her thoughts from attending the International Child Law Conference in Jersey last week.
Should all judges be named?
In his latest exclusive piece for our legal partner Cansford Labs, Family Law blogger John Bolch examines the Court of Appeal’s decision to name judges involved in the historic Sara Shariff case. He explores the balance between transparency, scrutiny, and the potential risks faced by public servants in the justice system. Read more on the implications of this controversial ruling.
Cansford Laboratories expands NPS testing with three new synthetic cathinones
Cansford Laboratories expands its New Psychoactive Substances (NPS) testing with the addition of 3-CMC, 4-CMC, and 3-MMC. As drug trends evolve, these new synthetic cathinones enhance testing accuracy for legal, workplace, and safeguarding professionals. Learn more about our latest advancements in drug testing.
The Importance of Expert Witness Reports in Family Law Childcare Cases
Cansford Laboratories invites you to their upcoming webinar about the important of witness reports in family law childcare cases – all the information and links to sign up are in the article.
THE S 25 ‘STATUTORY EXERCISE’ IS NOTHING OTHER THAN ‘AN EMPEROR WITH NO CLOTHES’ – IT IS TIME TO DETHRONE IT
Ashley Murray provides a financial remedies update which examines the Law Commission’s recent report, highlighting systemic failures, unpredictability, and urgent calls for reform. Murray discusses why the current statutory exercise is likened to ‘an emperor with no clothes’ and why action, not further debate, is essential for a more equitable and accessible legal framework.
Debunking myths in hair testing – part 1
Learn the facts of hair strand testing from Cansford Laboratories Laboratory Manager and Expert Witness James Nutt. As pioneers in hair analysis for nearly 30 years, Cansford debunk common myths and misconceptions of this field.
Government to Remove Time Limit for Child Sexual Abuse Claims
Nicole Keeling reports how the Government is removing the longstanding three-year time limit for child sexual abuse civil claims, empowering survivors to seek justice without restrictive deadlines. This reform, following IICSA recommendations, shifts the burden of proof to defendants and introduces new measures to support victims.
New Family Law Guidance Seeks to Improve Support for Neurodivergent Individuals
Learn how new guidance from the Family Justice Council is transforming family law to better support neurodivergent individuals. In this article Chronicle Law’s Nicole Keeling looks at the key recommendations for legal professionals, practical adjustments, and the push for greater inclusivity in court proceedings to ensure appropriate access to justice
How might family law change in 2025?
Discover John Bolch’s latest family law blog exclusively for our legal supplier Cansford Labs, exploring key legal updates predicted for 2025, practical insights, and expert analysis on family law issues, from divorce to child custody
Financial Remedies Update 114
In his latest financial remedies update, Ashley Murray examines the Law Commissions most recent report titled ‘Financial Remedies on Divorce and Dissolution’ and provides commentary on the proposed reform models and a discussion of Chapter 7 of the report regarding nuptial agreements.
Season’s Greetings from Cansford Labs
A seasonal note from Cansford Lab’s for our legal colleagues providing them with lab opening hours over the holiday period.
How might our cohabitation laws be reformed?
In this article Jack Rundall of 1GC provides us with his thoughts as to the shape the recent promised reform to cohabitation laws by the Labour Government may take. Rundall explains why this area of family law is in desperate need of reform and the two most likely paths that reform could take.
From Sleigh Bells to Samples: Cansford at Christmas
Discover surprising Christmas insights with Cansford Labs! From festive facts about Santa’s beard to tackling serious issues like seasonal substance misuse, Cansford Labs expert team delivers fast, accurate hair, nail, and blood testing. Operating year-round with a focus on sustainability, Cansford Labs ensures timely results to support families, courts, and solicitors during the holidays. Learn more about how Cansford Labs balance science and seasonal cheer!
Ashley Murray’s Financial Remedies Update No.113
This article from Ashley Murray is the latest in his financial remedies update series and provides a critical analysis of the current legal landscape regarding pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. In this edition Murray traces the judicial reasoning from the landmark decision in Radmacher v Granatino [2010] to more recent interpretations, including Brack v Brack [2018], highlighting shifts in emphasis from autonomy to fairness.
Our 3 working day turnaround time is a standard sample service – not a ‘paid for’ extra
In this piece Kim Bagley of Cansford Labs talks about the benefits of their 3 working day turnaround of sample collections for family law professionals
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