Year: 2021
How to protect copyrighted music
Are you aware that recording or writing down a unique song automatically gives you the copyright to that piece of music? As a copyright owner, you have the right to decide who uses your song, how it’s played, and when it should be played. You don’t need to officially submit your musical work to a […]
Will accidents rise after restrictions are lifted?
As we approach the end of the prime minister’s roadmap out of lockdown restrictions, is now the time to think about what the country might look like in terms of accidents after all restrictions have ended? It is likely that we will see significant reductions in the number of injuries reported in 2020 and into […]
Medical waiting lists hit record high
The number of people waiting to begin treatment from the NHS has reached a record high. More people than ever before are now having their health put at risk as the country’s health service struggles to rebound from the catastrophic effect of the Covid-19 pandemic. NHS England has reported that, at the end of April […]
LGBT asylum seekers are continually discriminated against
The UK immigration system is a harsh and brutal environment for all migrants. It is designed to be a treacherous journey through a cruel and intricate jungle of tests, detention, interrogations and application processes; all trying to prove authenticity and deservedness. However, it is clearer now than ever that LGBT+ migrants, especially those seeking asylum […]
Digital divorces are here to stay but don’t cut out the legal advice
Divorce enquiries to lawyers surged by 95% in the wake of the pandemic, in one of the steepest ever rises. It’s expected that 2021 will see further increases as the effects of lockdowns are felt. It may be a small silver lining, but recent technology overhauls by the Courts service will at least allow unhappy […]
A guide to data security for law firms
Law firms have increasingly become targets of interest for cybercriminals because of the sensitive data they possess. The damage that a data breach can do to a law firm is the reason why cybersecurity in this industry should not be taken lightly. There is a lot at stake from leaking litigation strategies to client data […]
As lockdown ends, will work accidents increase?
As lockdown restrictions ease, we can start to see more people heading back to workplaces across the country. But with more workers in one place, is there going to be a rise in the number of accidents and injuries happening on the job? Riskiest industries Throughout the pandemic, it has largely been office workers who […]
Medical misdiagnosis claims: how challenging are they for solicitors?
The trust placed on medical professionals stems from their supposed expertise and knowledge. But, there’s a big difference between theory and practice. Malpractice and misdiagnosis are common concerns anywhere you are in the world. Based on statistics, in the UK, there were around 11,000 clinical negligence claims reported to the NHS from 2018-2019. These incidents […]
Whiplash reforms to come into force this month
The Civil Liabilities Act is scheduled for implementation at the end of this month (May). Known colloquially as the whiplash reforms, the Act has caused huge uproar in the legal sector. However, despite the protests, the government has pushed on with its decision and will be delivering its plan. The regulations were debated and approved […]
Understanding the UK’s Graduate Immigration Route
Last month, the UK government unveiled its new Graduate Immigration Route, claiming that it would allow the “brightest and the best international students” to remain in the country after they graduate. The visa will replace the UK’s previous Post Study Worker visa, which was scrapped in 2012, giving international graduates two years to find a job eligible […]
