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Explanation on the Existing Contractual Duty to Supply Goods and Services

The discussion will first have to start with the case of Stilk v Myrick (1809). Under this case, two sailors had deserted a ship during a voyage and the master promised to pay extra money to the...

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Misrepresentation: Pre and Post 1967

The Changes Brought by the Misrepresentation Act 1967 Before discussing the changes brought by the Misrepresentation Act 1967, it is necessary to understand common law misrepresentation. A...

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Secret Trials: A More Balanced View

Background One of the fundamental Human Rights, enshrined in Article 6 of the Convention on Human Rights, is the right to a fair trial:  In the determination of his civil rights and obligations or of...

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The Birthday Party Invoice

Derek Nash and Tanya Walsh are two parents who are haven recently found themselves embroiled in a legal battle, as they have been taken to the small claims courts, due to the loss suffered by a fellow...

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Supreme Court sends warning note to Charles

“Despite the rejection, the Guardians suspicions were confirmed, with the Prince writing to no less than 7 governmental departments.” After an arduous 10 year legal battle, the Supreme Court have...

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Court Ruling Puts Future of the UK’s ‘Snooper’s Charter’ In Doubt

The Investigatory Powers Act 2016, commonly referred to as the ‘Snooper’s Charter’, recently became the main source of the UK’s surveillance powers after being granted Royal Assent on the 29th November...

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A closer look at Robinson v Chief Constable of West Yorkshire Police

Unlike a number of other areas in English law, there have been very few recent changes to the duty of care principle in the tort of negligence. The undeniable backbone to this area of law is of course...

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A Closer Look at Pimlico Plumbers v Smith

A landmark ruling on the subject of employment rights is set to be made soon, following the recent hearing of Pimlico Plumbers v Smith in the Supreme Court. The outcome of this case is expected to set...

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Trusts: The Beneficiary Principle and Perpetuity

When dealing with trusts, it is important to know how an express trust can be created, as well as knowing the need for establishing the three certainties, and satisfying the beneficiary principle. This...

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The Reasonable Man: Subjective or Objective?

The Student Lawyer discusses the case law surrounding the 'Reasonable Man' test. Is this a test that is subjective or objective? The post The Reasonable Man: Subjective or Objective? appeared first on...

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Diversity in the English Legal System

A historic case will be brought before the Supreme Court in October 2018. Historic, not because of its content or judgement, but because of who is making the judgement. For the first time in the...

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The Student Laywer’s Guide to Sexual Harassment and Abuse

LegalExpect.co.uk have analysed the developing perspectives around sexual assault and the important role those in the legal profession have to play. The post The Student Laywer’s Guide to Sexual...

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The Conjunction Junction: A Question of Citizenship

Remi Alli provides us with this fascinating and informative interview with J. Daniel Jung, Esq., Director at Abraham Lincoln University School of Law. He delves into what he sees students and graduates...

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How Medical Negligence Claims Are Changing in the UK

Medical NegligenceAssist.co.uk discuss some of the most recent developments, with regards to current changes in medical negligence claims in the UK. The post How Medical Negligence Claims Are Changing...

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