How legal representation in consumer law cases protects your rights

Consumer law is a complex and ever-evolving field that protects consumers’ rights in a variety of situations, including product liability, disputes with service providers, and fraud. UK consumers facing these issues often find themselves unsure of how to proceed, but a law firm that specialises in consumer law can provide valuable assistance. In this blog […]

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How does an SRA investigation affect a law firm?

Nothing strikes fear into the heart of a law firm more than the prospect of an SRA investigation and, in this article, we’re looking at what this is and, more importantly, the possible impact on the law firm. When a law firm finds itself the subject of scrutiny by SRA investigation solicitors, it can be […]

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The rise of the fee-share model: how consultant law firms are changing the legal industry

There was a time when consultant law firms were a great option for lawyers who could afford to take a little bit of risk, or who were looking to downscale their career. That time, however, is far behind us; thanks to pioneering firms and recent events, the fee-share model has become more accessible and its […]

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Hair drug testing vs nail drug testing

Ashley Hodgkinson, Sample Collections Manager at AlphaBiolabs, discusses hair drug testing and nail drug testing, together with the benefits of each test. When a person consumes drugs, they are broken down by the liver and a proportion of the parent drug and its metabolites are released into the bloodstream, with a small amount being excreted […]

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PEth blood alcohol testing: your questions answered

Marie Law, Head of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs, answers some of the most common questions about PEth blood alcohol testing. What is phosphatidylethanol (PEth) testing? A phosphatidylethanol (PEth) test is the gold standard of blood alcohol tests. A type of blood alcohol test, a PEth test looks for the presence of PEth, an abnormal phospholipid and […]

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Which brands are accused of cheating emission tests?

In 2015, Volkswagen, one of the biggest companies in the world, was involved in a scandal that cost billions of dollars and stunned the automotive industry. The controversy has become known as Dieselgate. Since then, Volkswagen has paid more than £193 million to drivers in the UK who filed class actions. But the scandal goes […]

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The vital importance of communication for leadership figures in the legal industry

Communication is one of the most critical skills for legal professionals and leadership figures alike. If you are in a leadership position within your law firm, it is crucial to understand how communication can benefit your position and help you be the best leader possible. Communication means more than simply getting information across to people […]

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Significant changes in the UK Highway Rules in 2022

The UK government has updated its highway rules after a successful public consultation with 20,000 respondents. The consultation was conducted in July 2020, and most participants favour the changes. These changes have been in effect since January 2022. Read on, and avoid being charged with motoring offences that you might not be aware of. Hierarchy […]

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6 reasons you may need the help of a child law solicitor

If you have recently separated or divorced, then issues relating to your children may be some of the most difficult to deal with. While it is encouraged by both parties to, where possible, come to an agreement regarding their children between themselves, this does not always happen. Even if you do manage to establish a […]

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Alcohol monitoring technology: what you need to know

Rachel Davenport, Co-founder and Director at AlphaBiolabs, discusses alcohol monitoring technology, and how it can be used to evidence levels and patterns of alcohol consumption or sobriety.    Although laboratory testing using blood, hair and nail samples can provide a historic overview of a client’s alcohol consumption, alcohol monitoring technology can be very powerful for […]

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