The Weekly Update - 12th August 2022
Here is a round-up of some of the top legal stories from the past week:
Rachel Riley won her libel case against a former aide to Jeremy Corbyn in the Court of Appeal. Link.
A woman won a trademark battle with the fashion chain Zara. Link.
The trial of retired footballer Ryan Giggs continued as the former Welsh international was charged with controlling and coercive behaviour. Link.
The Conservative leadership contest continued and both candidates tried to pick up votes by attacking the European Convention on Human Rights. Link.
The pay war amongst firms continued as Jones Day raised its pay for newly qualified associates to £140,000. Link.
London’s largest firms witnessed healthy profits but still pale in comparison to top U.S. firms. Link.
The energy crisis continued and there have even been suggestions that the UK could face limited blackouts at times this winter. Link.
The president of the Law Society called for greater socio-economic diversity within the profession. Link.
The owners of the London Stadium settled with Allen and Overy after the law firm was accused of negligence. Link.
Proposed reforms of judicial discipline were criticised for not going far enough. Link.