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Judge attacks process-driven approach to credit hire claims

A senior district judge has again attacked credit hire claims, as well as a process-driven approach to bringing them, in a case where he awarded £1,200 for a claim valued at £50,200.

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Top US firm cuts $100m deal to avoid Trump executive order

Top US firm Skadden has struck a pre-emptive deal with President Donald Trump to provide at least $100m in pro bono services to avoid facing an executive action like other law firms.

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Government provides £6m for next round of legal support grants

The Ministry of Justice has pledged £6m to the next round of funding for providers of early legal advice, after research reinforced how effective it can be.

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Treasury: Whiplash reforms have saved policyholders £31

The whiplash reforms saved policyholders £31 in premiums in the first three years of their operation, according to figures released yesterday by HM Treasury.

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Embracing flexibility: the new normal for UK law firms?

There’s been a notable shift in the narrative around flexible working, with UK businesses and public sector organisations applying increased pressure on staff to return to the office.


Five common myths about claims management

Posted by Daniel Brito, managing director of Legal Futures Associate National Claims The claims management sector has long been misunderstood, with misconceptions persisting about the role we play in the legal process. While solicitors and law firms are rightly focused on compliance and… Read More


Does the Arbitration Act 2025 achieve its aim?

A key objective of the Arbitration Act 2025 is to increase the efficiency of the process, ensuring the UK is well placed to continue competing in the global dispute resolution market.