The empty shops in some towns will attest that the enthusiasm for online shopping continues unabated. It’s not just consumers who like the convenience; traders can reach a much larger audience, reduce rent, rates and staff costs, and run an ‘open all hours’ operation.

A trust is an arrangement where one party (a settlor) gives the benefit of assets to another party (a beneficiary) while control and decisions relating to those assets lie with another party (the trustee).

Many of our readers will be familiar with the adjudication process. However for those not familiar, this article summarises the process, detailing its advantages and disadvantages.

A Part 36 offer is a formal offer which can be used to settle all or part of an action but it is not an admission of liability. The rules surrounding Part 36 offers are contained within the Civil Procedure Rules and the aim is to encourage parties to try and settle their disputes.

We engage professionals to assist us with many important matters in life. If they fail to perform their duty to the required standard and as a result we suffer a loss, they may be negligent, and we should be able to claim against them for that loss.

The world of data protection and cybersecurity is in a state of fast evolution, driven by increasing regulatory demands and emerging threats. For businesses operating in the UK and EU specifically, staying ahead of these changes is no longer optional - it is a critical component of survival and success in the digital age.

The ICO is tightening regulations on cookies and the "consent or pay" model, requiring businesses to ensure fair, transparent user choices. With enforcement ramping up, companies must align with UK GDPR and PECR rules to avoid compliance risks. Learn what this means for your business and how to stay ahead.

Join our Private Client Team for an insightful seminar on effective estate planning and succession strategies, designed to help preserve and protect your wealth for future generations. Whether you're a business owner, farmer, or involved in family-owned enterprises, this session will provide you with essential legal and strategic advice.

In Khatun v Hasan, the claimant alleged the will in dispute was a forgery and the onus was on the defendants to prove otherwise - which they failed to do. The decision in Khatun v Hasan provides a powerful reminder of the importance of properly prepared evidence and why specialist solicitors should be used in disputed will claims .

In these monthly updates, Rebecca Mushing brings together essential news, trends, and insights from the world of planning and development.