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On demand: Insolvency - The procedure that dare not speak its name
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Read moreOn demand: Post-restructuring – We've done the deal and saved the business, now what?
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Read moreRPC at London International Disputes Week 2025
We are delighted to once again be taking part in a number of Member Hosted Events during London International Disputes Week 2025. With its theme of 'Innovation in dispute resolution: navigating global risks', LIDW will provide crucial insights into the business and law of international dispute resolution, and the key trends we can expect to see over the next year and beyond.
Read moreWarranty and Indemnity Insurance Q&A – Current Trends and What to Look Out For
The Asia Warranty and Indemnity (W&I) insurance market is expanding rapidly to meet demand as businesses and market participants become increasingly aware of the benefits that transactional insurance can offer. The dynamics in this space are everchanging – the incorporation of W&I in deals, insurers' expectations on the level of due diligence, terms of policies and level of coverage provided are all adapting to demand. This article highlights some recent trends we have encountered and factors to look out for in order to seize opportunities in current market conditions.
Read moreLliuya v RWE AG - Expanding climate impact litigation
The German court has today (28 May 2025) dismissed the long-running climate impact litigation case of Lliuya v RWE , heard before the Higher Regional Court of Hamm, Germany, between 17 and 19 March 2025.
Read moreThe European Accessibility Act: Creating a more inclusive consumer experience
With less than 1 month to go until the requirements of the EU Accessibility Act (the EAA) come into full force and effect, retailers, consumer brands and hospitality providers should ensure they are ready for the changes.
Read moreBlowing the whistle!
Adam Craggs and Tom Holden consider the US and Canadian 'whistleblower' models in light of the government's plans for a new reward scheme inspired by these, as well as the existing HMRC rewards scheme this initiative will complement.
Read moreCustoms and excise quarterly update – May 2025
Welcome to the May 2025 edition of RPC's Customs and excise quarterly update.
Read moreThe Work Couch: Navigating trauma in the legal world (Part 2), with Rebecca Norris and Camilla Wells: Implementing a trauma-informed work culture
Welcome to The Work Couch, the podcast where we discuss all things employment.
Read moreCAT Collective Proceedings - Summer 2025 update
Developments in the UK’s competition collective proceedings regime continue apace with new claims recently issued in the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT).
Read moreV@ update - May 2025
Welcome to the May 2025 edition of RPC's V@, our monthly update which provides news and insightful analysis from the VAT world.
Read moreMoney Covered: The Week That Was – 23 May 2025
Welcome to The Week That Was, a round-up of key events in the financial services sector over the last seven days.
Read moreThe Week That Was - 23 May 2025
Welcome to the week that was, a round-up of key events in the construction sector over the last seven days.
Read moreCAT approves settlement in Merricks v Mastercard
The Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) has handed down its written judgment on the application for approval of a £200 million settlement with respect to the collective action proceedings brought by Walter Merricks (the CR) against Mastercard, on the interchange fees charged by Mastercard. The aggregate damages were initially estimated in the claim form at around £14 billion. The settlement application was opposed by the CR's funder, Innsworth Capital (the Funder).
Read moreSports Ticker #128: Goodison's new tenants, Fnatic's Happy Deal and Barclays' latest sponsorships - a speed read of commercial updates from the sports world
In a fortnight which saw Andy Murray part ways with Novak Djokovic and Jamie Vardy reach 200 goals for Leicester City in his 500th and final game for the club (as well as Leicester being charged with an alleged breach of the Championship’s profit and sustainability rules for the 2023/24 season), we bring you news of Fnatic’s Happy Deal with McDonald’s, an insight into Barclays’ sponsorship deals with the O2 Arena and Co-Op Live, and the news at Everton’s Goodison Park.
Read moreContentious Tax Quarterly Review – Spring 2025
This Contentious Tax Review provides an update on a number of recent important decisions in the tax disputes arena.
Read moreChairing your AGM with confidence: Eight practical steps for running successful PLC meetings
For UK-listed PLCs, AGMs and general meetings aren’t just procedural milestones; they are legal events governed by detailed rules, which come with shareholder expectations and reputational risks.
Read moreCyber_Bytes - Issue 74
Welcome to Cyber_Bytes, our regular round-up of key developments in cyber, tech and evolving risks.
Read moreA look at Takaful insurance (With Wajahat Khawaja)
Welcome to Insurance Covered, the podcast that covers everything insurance. In this episode Peter is joined by Wajahat Khawaja and the topic of discussion is Takaful, an Islamic form of insurance.
Read moreQ1 2025 insolvency claims activity – a word of warning for D&Os and their insurers?
The latest data on the number of winding up petitions in the Insolvency and Companies Court provide insights on the recent increase in insolvencies and offers a hint as to the sectors that may be impacted most by claims against the former directors of insolvent companies.
Read moreReverse-engineering and disassembly of IBM mainframe software in breach of software licence (IBM v LzLabs) – Part 2
This second article on IBM v LzLabs explores the validity of IBM's audit request and subsequent termination of the ICA.
Read moreReverse-engineering and disassembly of IBM mainframe software in breach of software licence (IBM v LzLabs) – Part 1
In IBM United Kingdom Ltd v LzLabs GmbH and others [2025] EWHC 532 (TCC), the High Court has provided useful guidance on what constitutes unlawful reverse engineering and the extent of the Software Directive's statutory exceptions to software copyright protection set out in the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 (the CDPA).
Read moreRPC wins 'Best Law Firm for Client Secondments' at Legal Cheek Awards 2025
RPC wins 'Best Law Firm for Client Secondments' at Legal Cheek Awards 2025
Read moreThe Week That Was - 16 May 2025
Welcome to the week that was, a round-up of key events in the construction sector over the last seven days.
Read moreMoney Covered: The Week That Was – 16 May 2025
Welcome to The Week That Was, a round-up of key events in the financial services sector over the last seven days.
Read moreTake 10 - 16 May 2025
Welcome to RPC's Media and Communications law update. This month's edition on key media developments and the latest cases.
Read moreFormer England captain's IR35 battle with HMRC ends in a score draw
In Bryan Robson Ltd v HMRC [2025] TC09408, the First-tier Tribunal considered the IR35 legislation in relation to ex-England footballer Bryan Robson. It found payments made for his ambassadorial role at Manchester United fell within the scope of the IR35 legislation, while payments made to him in respect of his image rights did not.
Read moreCouncil liability in cases of personal injury suffered on public highways
We take a look at the case of George Morriss v London Borough of Hillingdon [2025] EWHC - In another significant ruling on liability for injuries sustained on public highways, the court reinforces the considerable evidentiary responsibility resting with claimants.
Read moreSecuring electricity for development projects
Developers are facing significant delays in securing a point of connection, offer from a Distribution Network Operator (DNO), to reserve power on the grid for a new development site. In a challenging market, a development site that might be sold off with planning permission is more marketable if it benefits from reserved power.
Read moreExciting (no) development in valuer negligence claims
The key takeaway in the recent Court of Appeal decision in Bratt v Jones is that the test to establish valuer negligence remains unchanged.
Read moreThe Work Couch: Navigating trauma in the legal world (Part 1), with Rebecca Norris and Camilla Wells: Spotting the signs and understanding the science
Welcome to The Work Couch, the podcast where we discuss all things employment.
Read moreCourt of Appeal decision allows litigation funders to be paid first in collective proceedings
Read moreTaxing Matters: Mental Health Awareness Week: breaking down mental barriers in the mind with Jo Maughan
In this special Mental Health Awareness Week episode of Taxing Matters, host Alexis Armitage welcomes Jo Maughan, career coach and former tax director, to discuss how professionals can manage their critical inner voice and break down mental barriers in their mind.
Read moreRegulatory Radar: quick takes May 2025
Welcome to the latest edition of our bi-monthly Regulatory Radar: quick takes update, which collates the latest developments from across the UK’s regulators.
Read moreContract formation: use of emoji showed objective intention to enter into contract
Is the use of a “thumbs up” emoji sufficient to convey acceptance when forming general commercial contracts?
Read moreSupreme Court determines that the parties’ common intention decides whether a contract is varied or replaced
How will a court determine whether a contract has been varied or replaced?
Read moreVariation of contract by email valid without expressly referring to exercise of contractual right
How will a court determine the formality requirements for a valid contract variation?
Read moreEuropean Data Protection Board adopts statement on age assurance technologies
How is the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) proposing to address the benefits and risks of age assurance technologies?
Read moreNew ICO guidance for “consent or pay” online ads
What is the view of the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) on whether “consent or pay” online advertising models are compliant with UK data protection law?
Read moreDeveloping responsible GenAI – the UK and EU regulatory view
What is the UK and EU data protection authorities’ view on ensuring responsible generative AI (GenAI) development and deployment?
Read moreStatus update on the UK’s new Data (Use and Access) Bill
The UK’s new Data (Use and Access) Bill (DUA Bill) is on its way, but where is it in the legislative process? And what are proving the sticking points?
Read moreHigh Court rules against Sky Betting’s targeted marketing
What constitutes valid consent under UK data protection law, particularly in the context of targeted marketing to vulnerable individuals?
Read moreCourt of Appeal confirms financial claim caught by clause excluding liability for loss of anticipated profits
How did the Court of Appeal approach the construction of an exclusion clause to determine whether the Claimant’s financial claim for breach of an exclusivity provision was properly described as a claim for “anticipated profits” and as such was excluded by that clause?
Read moreSports Ticker #127: Becks buys Salford, Sadiq seeks Olympic repeat and Hamilton signs autograph deal - a speed read of commercial updates from the sports world
In a fortnight which saw 150,000 Leeds United fans turn out to celebrate the club's promotion to the English Premier League, hundreds of daring racers take part in Essex’s annual Maldon Mud Run and the London Marathon steal New York’s crown for record number of finishers, we bring you news of Sadiq Khan’s Olympic aspirations, an insight into Lewis Hamilton’s exclusive autograph and memorabilia agreement and a peak at Channel 5’s broadcasting deal for the Men’s 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
Read moreThe Week That Was - 9 May 2025
Welcome to the week that was, a round-up of key events in the construction sector over the last seven days.
Read moreMoney Covered: The Week That Was – 9 May 2025
Welcome to The Week That Was, a round-up of key events in the financial services sector over the last seven days.
Read moreThe EU’s Work Programme 2025 – ePrivacy Reg and AI Liability Directive dropped!
What are the main takeaways for the tech industry from the European Commission’s Work Programme 2025?
Read moreEU Guidance on the AI Act
How is the European Commission helping businesses interpret the EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act)?
Read moreThe Online Safety Act: Illegal Harms Codes officially in force, focus now on children
What are service providers’ new obligations under Ofcom’s new Codes of Practice on Illegal Harms and its Age Assurance and Children’s Access Guidance?
Read moreThe UK Government’s consultation on Copyright and AI
How is the UK Government considering striking the balance between the protection of copyright in materials and the training of AI?
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