Conflicts, causation and the limits of Brickenden
The Court denied a plaintiff use of the Brickendon exception for a claim for breach of fiduciary duty, even though the solicitor acted for both parties.
Getting the message across: clients, clarity and communication
Clear and effective communication is key in minimising the likelihood of a professional negligence claim.
Land Tax Certificates and termination of contracts for sale of land
The importance of settlement dates for land tax certificates.
Solicitor consultants: Have you considered your insurance cover?
If you are a consultant to a law practice, for insurance purposes the critical question is whether you are an employee or an independent contractor.
Risky business: super case heats up climate debate
ILONA MILLAR & SHARONA COUTTS examine how regulators, corporations and individuals are starting to see climate change as a matter of financial risk management.
Expert reports and evidence – the dangers of non-compliance
Two recent decisions highlight the problems that can occur in expert reports or evidence and the attendant risks. By JENNIFER O’BRIEN
Reduce risk and stress by systematically managing critical dates
JEN MCMILLAN provides her top tips to help solicitors manage critical dates.
Lawcover tips for managing some key risks in litigation practice
Professional negligence claims can often arise from complex litigation. JANICE PURVIS and CANDICE PERRIMAN outline some ways to recognise and manage the risks.
Tips for finalising estate matters
Four tips to minimise risks when finalising estate matters. By JEN MCMILLAN.
Honesty is the best (way to make sure you are covered under the) policy
Honesty is always the best policy. If a claim arises from a lack of honesty, professional indemnity insurance cover may be in jeopardy. By MALCOLM…
Traps for bilingual solicitors: Working with culturally and linguistically diverse clients
Why bilingual lawyers should think twice before taking on the role of interpreters for their clients. By JEN MCMILLAN.