ICO Issues £3m Fine to Software Provider – What Are the Key Takeaways?
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ICO Issues £3m Fine to Software Provider – What Are the Key Takeaways?

Posted on 10th April 2025 in Data Protection

In 2024 we reported that the ICO provisionally decided to issue a £6 million fine to Advanced, an IT software company providing services to the NHS, after it experienced a ransomware attack in August 2022.
Jessica Whittick

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Jessica Whittick

Solicitor

Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month
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Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month

Posted on 09th April 2025 in Medical Negligence

Throughout April, Limb Loss and Limb Difference UK seeks to raise awareness about limb loss and limb difference to empower those within their community. 
Helena Campbell

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Helena Campbell

Associate & Chartered Legal Executive

The Importance of Considering Mediation Before Going to Court
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The Importance of Considering Mediation Before Going to Court

Posted on 07th April 2025 in Dispute Resolution

Recent case law has highlighted the importance of trying to settle claims outside of Court before issuing Court proceedings. This point is becoming ever clearer with new powers and precedents being set by the Court.
Luke Woodland

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Luke Woodland

Solicitor

Domicile to residence: more changes to Inheritance Tax
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Domicile to residence: more changes to Inheritance Tax

Posted on 04th April 2025 in Probate & Wills, Later Life Planning

Ever since the Autumn Budget, Inheritance Tax has been hitting the news due to the government’s planned changes to Agricultural and Business Property Relief – with a backlash from the farming and business communities.
Rachael Morley

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Rachael Morley

Partner & Solicitor

If Someone Is Reporting My Listings on Amazon What Can I Do?
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If Someone Is Reporting My Listings on Amazon What Can I Do?

Posted on 03rd April 2025 in Intellectual Property

On Amazon, a brand owner can complete a Report Infringement Form to notify Amazon of an alleged infringement. The Report is a straightforward process and requires a brand owner to provide evidence which will usually take the form of a trade mark certificate or a registered design certificate. Any notification of infringement should be taken seriously and seeking legal advice as soon as possible may identify that the brand owner has no actionable intellectual property rights against you. This can easily be overlooked but it is extremely important and this insight sets out how Tozers can help you.
Jessica Whittick

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Jessica Whittick

Solicitor

Hewston v Ofsted – Case Update on Conduct Dismissals
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Hewston v Ofsted – Case Update on Conduct Dismissals

Posted on 03rd April 2025 in Employment

Mr Hewston was an inspector employed by Ofsted with 12 years of continuous service and, up until the events which led to his dismissal, a clean disciplinary record. Mr Hewston brushed rainwater off a student’s head which made the student feel uncomfortable. Following a complaint from the school, an investigation by Ofsted led to Mr Hewston being summarily dismissed.
Charlotte Yendell

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Charlotte Yendell

Trainee Solicitor

The After-Effects of Disclaiming a Gift
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The After-Effects of Disclaiming a Gift

Posted on 03rd April 2025 in Dispute Resolution

In most cases, family circumstances and relationships will affect how someone decides to distribute their estate after they die. Relationships may have been particularly strained or individuals may estrange themselves from family members. However, these changes in relationship may not be accounted for in the will.
Stephanie Hughes

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Stephanie Hughes

Paralegal

Key Employment Law Changes from April 2025
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Key Employment Law Changes from April 2025

Posted on 03rd April 2025 in Employment

From April 2025, several employment law changes take effect, some of which are already in force. Employers should take steps to ensure compliance. 
Charlotte Yendell

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Charlotte Yendell

Trainee Solicitor

New Statutory Rights to Neonatal Care Leave and Pay
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New Statutory Rights to Neonatal Care Leave and Pay

Posted on 01st April 2025 in Employment

Starting from 6 April, the UK will introduce new statutory rights to neonatal care leave (NCL) and pay (SNCP), providing crucial support to parents of babies requiring neonatal care.
Stephen Jennings

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Stephen Jennings

Partner and Solicitor

Raising Awareness: Bowel Cancer
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Raising Awareness: Bowel Cancer

Posted on 31st March 2025 in Medical Negligence

Bowel cancer is a serious health condition that affects millions of people around the world. It can be difficult to detect in its early stages, which is why it's crucial to seek medical attention as soon as you notice any symptoms. 
Simon Mansfield

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Simon Mansfield

Partner and Solicitor

Commonhold White Paper: The Future of Property Ownership
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Commonhold White Paper: The Future of Property Ownership

Posted on 24th March 2025 in Dispute Resolution

A perfect storm is being created. Leasehold ownership is being given an increasingly bad name, with headline-hitting stories about rapidly increasing ground rents and high service charge figures making many prospective owners wary of investing in a leasehold property. But high-rise living shows no sign of diminishing, particularly in more urban areas, where development space is at a premium. Many looking to get a foot on the housing ladder or to relocate have no choice other than to hope their dream home does not turn into a nightmare. But the Government thinks it has the answer.
Jack Matthews

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Jack Matthews

Trainee Solicitor

Court and Tribunal Fees Set to Increase This April
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Court and Tribunal Fees Set to Increase This April

Posted on 24th March 2025 in Dispute Resolution

Given that the media is full of reports of the Government struggling to make efficiencies and to balance the books, it perhaps comes as no surprise to hear that court fees are set to increase.
Jack Matthews

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Jack Matthews

Trainee Solicitor