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Court of Appeal overturns ruling that blew small claims track “to bits”
The Court of Appeal has overturned a judgment which opened the door to “well-resourced parties corresponding their way” out of the small claims track – and would have blown it “to bits”.
PwC: “Meaningful barriers” to automating most legal work
With most law firms rapidly adopting AI, new research by PwC has shown that 80% of legal work faces “meaningful barriers” to full automation.
In-house solicitor struck off for sexually assaulting colleague
A veteran solicitor who continues to dispute his conviction for sexual assault has been struck off by the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal.
ICO raids mark latest stage in motor finance claims crackdown
The ICO has executed search warrants across the UK as part of investigations into companies sending millions of text messages about motor finance claims.
Judge hits out at “unpleasant” approach of Winehouse solicitor
The High Court has strongly criticised the solicitor to Amy Winehouse’s father for the “aggressive and unpleasant way” they pursued an unsuccessful claim on his behalf.
Social purpose driving “significant growth” at B Corp law firm
A purpose-led law firm that wants to double its social impact by 2030, rather than its turnover, has attributed growing commercial success to its sustainability strategy.
Small claims platform aims to expand in size and type of claim
The solicitor co-founder of an automated platform which uses AI to help customers through the small claims process is planning to expand its reach after a strong start.
Solicitor rebuked for continuing to act when clients were in dispute
A solicitor who continued to act for both executors of an estate after a dispute arose between them has been rebuked by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Restraint order stops international footballer from suing solicitors
The High Court has made an extended civil restraint order against a former Premier League footballer over his continued attempts to sue his former solicitors.
Just desserts for incompetent and dishonest solicitor who misled SRA
A solicitor who misled his regulator during an investigation into his “manifestly incompetent conduct” has been struck off.
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Is your Google Ads budget funding your competitors’ AI visibility?
If your cost-per-click has crept up again this year, you’ve probably assumed the market simply got more expensive. That’s the wrong way to read what’s happening.
Containing the spread of unapproved AI
Nearly 60% of fee-earners admit to using unapproved tools (like free versions of ChatGPT). Yet 68% of firm leaders are confident there is zero risk of unapproved AI being used for client work.
When AI adoption goes wrong, costs add up fast
City AM recently reported that London is fighting to claim the title of ‘global capital of legal AI’. However, it’s crucial we remember that adoption alone does not create value.
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