Treasury’s regulation shakeup heralds new era for ‘Tesco law’ (LSG)
Ministers want to make it easier for businesses such as supermarkets and estate agents to offer legal services such as conveyancing, probate and litigation.
SRA helps small firms stay ahead of the game
As part of our regular review of risks for the legal sector, we have today (30 November) issued advice to help small law firms stay one step ahead of the […]
Former conveyancer is jailed after stealing almost £1m (PIE)
A woman who was head of conveyancing at a legal firm has been jailed for swindling clients out of almost £1m.
Law Society slams personal injury claims limit rise
The Law Society has criticised a government plan to raise the small claims limit for personal injury claims to £5,000 and stop compensation payments for road traffic ‘minor’ soft tissue […]
Thousands sign petition opposing George Osborne’s PI plans (LSG)
Thousands of people have signed a petition opposing chancellor George Osborne’s plan to raise the small claims track for personal injury claims.