Litigation News Updates • London & UK

How to stay out of trouble at the office Christmas party this year – do’s and don’ts

Dec 9, 2024 • 5 mins read

Litigation

How to stay out of trouble at the office Christmas party this year – do’s and don’ts

Office Christmas parties can be festive fun, but they also carry risks for employees and employers. From workplace duty of care to potential grievances and legal disputes, it’s essential to stay professional, know your limits, and avoid career-damaging mistakes. Oakwood Solicitors shares real-life cases and tips to ensure your celebrations remain merry and trouble-free. Read more and stay safe this holiday season!

Can the DVLA disclose your data to private car parking companies?

Oct 17, 2024 • 4 mins read

Litigation

Can the DVLA disclose your data to private car parking companies?

Ever received a hefty £100 parking fine from a private company and wondered how they got your details? The answer is simple: Yes, the DVLA can share your data with private car parking companies. In this article Kristy Gouldsmith works through the legal precedent the DVLA has to enforce fines and the ICO involvement in regulating data protection.

Spotlight on Oakwood Solicitors for WMHD

Oct 10, 2024 • 5 mins read

Litigation

Spotlight on Oakwood Solicitors for WMHD

In this spotlight piece as part of our World Mental Health Day series about Oakwood Solicitors we spoke with Jason Spence and Stuart Jones regarding the support and resources the firm provides for staff well-being.

People with Pulmonary Fibrosis say they “wish it was cancer” due to the lack of support they receive after being diagnosed.

Sep 25, 2024 • 8 mins read

Litigation

People with Pulmonary Fibrosis say they “wish it was cancer” due to the lack of support they receive after being diagnosed.

People with Pulmonary Fibrosis often say they “wish it was cancer” due to the lack of support and awareness they receive. A new survey by Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis highlights the immense challenges they face, including delays in diagnosis, limited access to treatment, and inadequate mental health support. In this article Liam Hill of Oakwood Solicitors reports that with Pulmonary Fibrosis being as deadly as many cancers, but less recognized, there is an urgent need for faster diagnoses, better healthcare training, and more comprehensive care to improve the lives of those suffering from this debilitating condition.

The Advantages Of A Discretionary Mutual

Jun 25, 2024 • 5 mins read

Litigation

The Advantages Of A Discretionary Mutual

David Gudopp, Head of Risk Transfer and Mitigation, discusses the unique benefits of discretionary mutuals for communities, associations and group companies, identifying how these mutuals offer cost savings, tax benefits, and flexible coverage options.

The CMA’s Green Agreements Guidance and its Impact on Sustainability Collaboration

Nov 9, 2023 • 8 mins read

Litigation

The CMA’s Green Agreements Guidance and its Impact on Sustainability Collaboration

Explore how the UK Competition and Markets Authority’s Green Agreements Guidance influences collaborative efforts, providing insights into compliant sustainability agreements.

Exclusive: The Conundrum of Judicial Assistance for Litigants-in-person

Nov 8, 2022 • 4 mins read

Litigation

Exclusive: The Conundrum of Judicial Assistance for Litigants-in-person

In his latest blog post written specially for family law professionals, John Bolch compares an adversarial versus inquisitorial system and the pros and cons when it comes to having no legal representation and litigants-in-person cast adrift in the legal system.

Something out of nothing? The significance of neutral findings in sexual assault cases

May 10, 2022 • 3 mins read

Litigation

Something out of nothing? The significance of neutral findings in sexual assault cases

It is often said that the absence of evidence does not equate to evidence of absence, and whilst this might be true in many situations – for example, the absence of blood on the clothing of an alleged assailant might be because he did not commit the offence or alternatively because the complainant was not […]

The benefits of a remote AML check for solicitors

Apr 27, 2022 • 5 mins read

Litigation

The benefits of a remote AML check for solicitors

In the legal sector, money laundering is a growing concern for most law firms. Fraudsters continue to take advantage of weak security measures and they continue to slip through the safety net. Creating a continued threat to practices. AML checks are a critical process in a law firm’s security measures to mitigate the risk of […]

Apr 25, 2022 • 2 mins read

Litigation

The witness in your pocket

Smartphones are a part of everyday life, and they can tell investigators a lot about the actions of both suspects and victims, leading up to the event being investigated. Simply having the details of an individual in the contact list may be enough to disprove the claim that “I never knew them”, and having the […]

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