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28 March 2024
The Taxation of Judicial Expenses Rules 2019 allow for a party to seek an additional charge, normally in the form of a percentage uplift to their Account of Expenses. This percentage is only applied to solicitor fees and not outlays. Prior to April 2019, the additional charge was known as an additional fee.
25 March 2024
At the end of January 2024, the Intellectual Property Enterprise Court (“IPEC”) delivered its judgment in the action raised by Thatchers Cider Company Limited (“Thatchers”) against Aldi Stores, finding that Aldi had not infringed Thatchers’ trade mark in relation to its cloudy lemon drink and also that it had not passed off its product.
15 March 2024
The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) issued an enforcement notice and warning to the UK Home Office this week for breach of data protection rules. It provides a helpful reminder to all organisations in the UK handling personal data, from UK government institutions right down to small businesses.
15 March 2024
In recent months, a well-known Pursuer law firm has been active in the press in relation to claims for individuals seeking damages for illness arising out of alleged exposure to mould and dampness in rented, private housing association and local authority housing. This culminated in the announcement on 12 March 2024 that the firm intends to bring group proceedings against housing groups and local authorities.
15 March 2024
As we approach the end of March, we will reach the end of the temporary eviction moratorium. But what does this mean in practice? As we navigate the revocation of the Cost of Living (Tenant Protection) (Scotland) Act 2022, landlords and tenants are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the upcoming changes to ensure compliance with the legal requirements.
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