Litigation risks mount for companies across plastics supply chain

Legal experts say risks to the plastics industry are not lessened by the collapse of the global plastics treaty negotiations The legal risks faced by businesses in the global plastics supply chain are increasing, despite the breakdown of talks to agree a global plastics treaty in August, suggest legal experts. Every day, the equivalent of …

Keith Urban’s ‘cocaine clause’ could make him millions from Nicole Kidman divorce

Keith Urban could stand to gain millions in his divorce from Nicole Kidman thanks to a ‘cocaine clause’ included in their prenup. The country music star, 57, might be quids in when his marriage to the Babygirl actress is formally dissolved, as he’s held up his end of the bargain during their 19-year union. The …

Does mass litigation really harm the economy? | Opinion

Some striking claims have been made about the cost to the economy of mass litigation. Pressure group Fair Civil Justice has claimed that, if left unchecked, collective litigation will lose the country £18 billion ‘even under conservative modelling’, wipe £11bn off the market capitalisation of our most innovative businesses and stall the country’s longed-for economic expansion. …

1 Factor That Can Bring You Back From The Brink Of Divorce, By A Psychologist

The latest research shows that the tiniest ember of early hope can determine if couples drift apart or find their way back from the brink of divorce. Many couples find themselves in a painful limbo when their marriage reaches a state of dissolution. Dichotomous experiences come to dominate. There is too much hurt to ignore, …

Divorce Lawyers Are Sharing The Wiiiildest, Weirdest, And Pettiest Reasons Couples Split Up, And Wow

There’s no doubt in my mind that divorce lawyers probably hear some of the most bizarre details about people’s marriages. A while back, Reddit user dankph asked: “Divorce Lawyers of Reddit, what’s the most outrageous reason someone filed for divorce?” And the stories range from painfully petty to jaw-on-the-floor-shocking. Here are the most interesting ones: …

How to navigate divorce or separation in 2025

By Sharon Murray, Partner and Head of Family Law, Gillespie Macandrew As a new year begins, some couples may take the opportunity to reflect on their relationship and contemplate what their future holds. This period of introspection may sometimes lead to a decision to end their relationship.  The start of 2025 has proven no different as …

Friendships Change After Divorce—Here’s How to Keep Them Healthy

Key Takeaways Divorce is a time of major change and upheaval —not just for your marriage and family but your friendships, too. Reassess your social circle and discuss any concerns with your friends through open, honest dialogue. It can also be a good time to make new friends and rebuild your support system. If you …

Dispute resolution: The value lawyers bring to mediation

Mediation is fast becoming an essential part of dispute resolution and a key tool for lawyers in their dispute strategy. This piece focuses on how lawyers can work with mediators. Lawyers add value in a mediation. The skill of acting for a client in a mediation is, however, different from advising on the legal merits …