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Case Update: The Wine Enterprise Investment Scheme Limited (In Liquidation) V Crowe U.K. LLP [2026] EWHC 1662 (Ch) – When A Win Is Not A Win
Wine Enterprise (in liquidation; the “Company”) brought a claim in the High Court (the “Court”) against its former auditors (“Crowe”) in relation to seven audit years, contending, among other things, that Crowe had dishonestly assisted the Company’s directors in what was alleged to be a “Ponzi” scheme
United Kingdom Litigation
Velitor Law
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Unacceptable Failures In Care: The County Durham Breast Cancer Scandal
The BBC has exposed a decade-long failure in breast cancer care at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, where hundreds of patients suffered harm and at least 20 women underwent unnecessary mastectomies. An ongoing review now extends back to 2015, examining up to 4,500 additional patient cases amid revelations of rushed consultations, ignored warnings, and systemic clinical governance failures that prioritized financial incentives over patient safety.
United Kingdom Healthcare
JS
JMW Solicitors LLP
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Court Of Appeal Rules That Clients Cannot Seek Disclosure Of Secret Commissions As Part Of An Assessment Of Their Solicitors’ Bill
The Court of Appeal has ruled that clients cannot use the solicitor-client assessment process to investigate whether their solicitors received secret commissions from ATE insurers. This judgment in Turner v Coupland Cavendish Limited raises important questions about how clients can effectively challenge undisclosed financial arrangements when traditional remedies may be prohibitively expensive.
United Kingdom Litigation
KL
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
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Yvette Cooper's Maternity Care Reforms Are A Step Forward, But More Is Needed
Maternity care in the UK faces critical challenges despite dedicated healthcare professionals. Former Health Minister Yvette Cooper's proposed reforms aim to address systemic failures in listening to women, eliminating postcode lotteries, and tackling racial inequalities in maternal healthcare. However, meaningful change will require more than policy guidance—it demands cultural transformation, protected training time, and support systems that prioritize transparency and timely clinical decision-makin
United Kingdom Healthcare
JS
JMW Solicitors LLP
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Joe Tennent’s Facial Injury: Where Does The Risk Of Football End And Negligence Begin?
When a football challenge results in serious injury, including displaced facial fractures requiring reconstructive surgery, does the incident cross the line from accepted sporting risk to legal negligence? This analysis examines the case of Dartford FC defender Joe Tennent and explores the complex legal principles that determine when a player may be held liable for injuries caused during competitive sport.
United Kingdom Litigation
PS
Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP
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Calculating The Unknowable: The High Court’s Approach To Children’s Lost Years Claims After CCC
The High Court's decision in JBX v Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust provides crucial guidance on calculating damages for children's "lost years" following clinical negligence. How should courts assess future earnings and living expenses when a child's life expectancy has been shortened, and what evidence is needed to depart from national average earnings data?
United Kingdom Litigation
MR
Mills & Reeve
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HPV Self-testing Kits And Cervical Screening
The NHS has introduced HPV self-testing kits for cervical cancer screening, offering a convenient at-home option for those who have missed previous appointments. While this development improves accessibility and could save lives by detecting high-risk HPV early, it is designed to complement rather than replace traditional cervical screening, which remains essential for comprehensive cervical health assessment.
United Kingdom Healthcare
JS
JMW Solicitors LLP
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How To Support A Child With Cerebral Palsy
Understanding how to support a child with cerebral palsy involves creating a comprehensive plan that addresses their unique strengths and challenges across movement, communication, education, and daily independence. This guide explores the practical therapies, equipment, home adaptations, and community resources that can help children with cerebral palsy thrive, while also examining when medical negligence may have contributed to the condition and how compensation claims can fund long-term care needs.
United Kingdom Healthcare
JS
JMW Solicitors LLP
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Sepsis Awareness Month: Recognising The Signs Saves Lives
Sepsis affects around 245,000 people in the UK annually and is associated with approximately 48,000 deaths each year. While outcomes have improved through greater awareness and advances in treatment, delayed diagnosis remains a significant issue that can result in long-term health problems or loss of life. Understanding the warning signs and the importance of early intervention can be critical in preventing devastating consequences.
United Kingdom Healthcare
PS
Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP
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Right Question, Wrong Forum: Clients Chasing Secret ATE Commissions Must Seek An Account
The Court of Appeal's decision in Turner v Coupland clarifies the scope of solicitor-client assessments under the Solicitors Act 1974, determining that disputes over after-the-event insurance commissions cannot be resolved through these proceedings. While solicitors successfully argued that ATE premium commission questions fall outside assessment jurisdiction, the court emphasized their fiduciary duty to disclose such information when asked...
United Kingdom Litigation
GC
Gatehouse Chambers
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