In the legal profession, there are numerous challenges that lawyers and law firms face, ranging from the recruitment and retention of talent to meeting clients’ digital expectations. In this article, we will explore these challenges and propose solutions to mitigate them. We will also forecast ten challenges that law firms may face in the next … Read more
Fixed term employment contracts have always been a contentious issue in the labour market. Employers have been known to use such contracts as a tool to avoid the mandatory termination procedures and unfair termination sanctions by labour courts. In this article, we will discuss the legality of fixed term employment contracts and how employers use … Read more
In 1945, a landmark legal case took place: International Shoe Co. v. Washington. This case addressed an important question of the day: does a state have jurisdiction to require a non-resident company to pay taxes when their only connection to the state is through “solicitation of orders” that were sent outside the state? This pivotal … Read more
One of the most fascinating commercial cases in English law, Carlill v. Carbolic Smoke Ball Co., is a remarkable example of a contract being successfully enforced without consideration, even though there was no prior agreement between the parties involved. In this landmark case from England in 1892, one of the key questions asked was whether … Read more
On a fateful day in 1929, the New Hampshire Supreme Court decided on one of the most important and influential cases in legal history – Hawkins v. McGee. A seemingly straightforward contract dispute between two parties would become a landmark case in the area of contract law and civil litigation. Even today, nearly a century … Read more
In the landmark case Palsgraf v. Long Island Railroad Co., Judge Cardozo handed down a groundbreaking ruling that has since become an integral part of tort law studies. The case established the legal obligation of proving foreseeability and proximate causation in order to assess liability, setting a precedent that would govern American courts for decades … Read more
Pierson v Post, the landmark case of New York in 1805, is still relevant today as it set a major precedent for property law. For two centuries legal experts have analyzed and debated the implications of this ruling, seeking to better understand the underlying principles upon which it was based. The ruling established a framework … Read more
When faced with a life-or-death situation, the question of need versus necessity often arises. In the highly debated true crime case of R v Dudley and Stephens, this age-old moral dilemma was taken to the courts in an attempt to define precisely what constitutes as a ‘need’ versus a ‘necessity’ under law. What followed was … Read more
Tips on How to Work Effectively with Your Lawyer Working with a lawyer can be a daunting experience, especially if it’s your first time dealing with legal matters. However, by following a few simple guidelines, you can establish a positive working relationship with your lawyer, ensure that you receive the most efficient and effective legal … Read more
Individuals may not believe they need a lawyer for various reasons. Some may think they have done nothing wrong, do not anticipate getting into legal trouble, or believe that hiring a lawyer may be too expensive. Regardless of the perceived need, hiring a lawyer can save money, time, and emotional stress in the long run. … Read more