Fleets urged to step up crash investigation practices amid rising civil litigation risks

With the increasing frequency of civil litigation following crashes — including those involving commercial vehicles — Mike Hinsperger, a seasoned investigator with more than 30 years of experience currently with Frontline Commercial Vehicle Solutions, said evidence collection and scene management can protect drivers and fleets from civil suits. At the recent Fleet Safety Council conference …

The Use of Subpoenas in Family Law Litigation

In family law disputes, an amicable resolution is preferred for everyone’s emotional well-being. However, when a peaceful resolution isn’t possible, litigation involving a subpoena may ensue. But, the use of subpoenas can sometimes intensify conflict and complicate proceedings. Despite their potential to cause conflict, subpoenas may be necessary to reveal vital information, contributing to a …

5 Tips to Keeping Your Sanity When Divorcing a Narcissist

Divorce is hard no matter the situation. It’s huge life change. Long held beliefs and expectations are shattered, and everything moving forward is going to be different from the life you know. If you have children, there is an additional level of angst, as you are still tied together and must learn to co-parent. These challenges …

4 Tips to Having Difficult Conversations With Your Ex

Having difficult conversations with your ex before, during, and even after a divorce can feel overwhelming, especially if problems communicating were a part of your life together. While it may seem like conflict is inevitable, using a few practical communication techniques can help create opportunities for collaboration, even when emotions like anger, hurt, or frustration …

Legal tech company Alexi aims to create comprehensive AI toolbox for litigation

Artificial intelligence platform Alexi is launching a new suite of tools for legal document generation and analysis this week – the latest addition to what the company hopes will eventually become a comprehensive toolbox for litigators, Alexi CEO Mark Doble told Canadian Lawyer on Monday. “Most of the documents that you can think of that …

Employment rights reforms ‘could cost UK businesses £5bn a year’ | Employment law

Employment rights reforms could cost businesses up to £5bn a year, according to the government’s own analysis, which also found the changes will benefit low-paid employees the most, with some shift workers potentially earning an extra £600 a year. In the analysis the government acknowledges that businesses will end up paying more, including for changes …

Government announces increase in magistrates’ sentencing powers – again

The lord chancellor has announced that magistrates are to get enhanced sentencing powers, 18 months after the last government abandoned a similar initiative. Shabana Mahmood MP confirmed plans to allow magistrates to issue custodial sentences of up to 12 months for a single offence, up from six months. The government claims the move will save …