4 Costly Crypto Mistakes in Divorce
Cryptocurrency has changed the way people invest, store wealth, and transfer assets. But when divorce enters the picture, crypto can quickly become one of the most misunderstood and mishandled marital assets, and crypto mistakes can cost you if you’re not careful. Many people assume that if they tell their divorce attorney about cryptocurrency holdings, that …
One London To Begin Construction In 2028.
M@ One London: City’s Future-Tallest Building Gets New Name A start date for construction of the City of London’s tallest building has been announced. Image: © Dbox Farewell to 1 Undershaft, hello One London. A start date for construction of the City of London’s tallest building has been announced, along with a new name. The …
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Litigation Demands a Different Model
In litigation, valuation is not an academic exercise. It is evidence under attack. Valuation opinions are tested in expert reports, challenged in depositions, and scrutinized at trial. Every assumption is examined, every methodology contested, and every conclusion must be communicated clearly enough to withstand cross-examination. In that environment, most valuation work is not just reviewed—it …
We’re proof you CAN quit your miserable high-salary job and go it alone. Here’s EXACTLY how we did it without suffering financially – and the six simple steps that mean anyone can work less but earn more
It was during another six-day working week on the glitzy set of BBC TV reality show So You Think You Can Dance that Gareth Davies first realised he couldn’t carry on as he was. Gareth, now 51, says the hours were long and pressure was high in the competition, hosted by Cat Deeley, which ran …
How do professional footballers keep their divorces private?
Saturday 30 May 2026 6:00 am | Updated: Friday 29 May 2026 11:19 am For footballers and other high-profile athletes, relationship breakdown may start as a personal matter, but where there is fame, wealth, public interest and commercial pressure, it can quickly become something much larger. A messy divorce can dominate headlines, distract from performance, and …
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Divorcing a Narcissist: The Legal Perspective
“I’m divorcing a narcissist,” is a common thing people say in divorce conversations. Many people going through divorce describe their spouse as a narcissist, especially when the relationship has involved control, manipulation, intimidation, or emotional chaos. But there’s an important distinction people need to understand. Just because someone is acting selfishly during divorce doesn’t necessarily …
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London reclaims European tech crown as money floods into AI and fintech
Thursday 28 May 2026 12:01 am | Updated: London has reclaimed its position as Europe’s leading tech spot, overtaking Paris after a sharp rise in AI investment and a renewed influx of global capital into its startup scene. New figures from Dealroom show London ranked fourth globally in its latest Global Tech Ecosystem Index, behind only …
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AI-washing – when AI hype becomes a litigation risk
Practical takeaways – what boards and legal teams should do now Audit the AI narrative. Map where and how AI appears in your external communications and test whether the claims match the technology you actually use. Stress-test “autonomy” claims. Scrutinise references to “agentic”, “autonomous” or “AI-driven” processes and record the level of human oversight and …
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The $8 Billion Fight That Shows Why Litigation Is Still the City’s Ultimate Blood Sport
Ben Thomson, LawFuel contributing editor A monster battle is unfolding in the sprawling claim against audit powerhouse PwC, born from the spectacular implosion of Chinese property behemoth China Evergrande, the most indebted property group in the world. Senior silks like Richard Handyside KC, the Fountain Court Chambers’ Head, are facing off against those from …
Redundancy reforms could hit firms with ‘perpetual’ bureaucracy
Monday 25 May 2026 1:21 pm The government has been warned against law changes on collective redundancy which businesses say could swamp bosses in more costs and bureaucracy. As part of Labour’s Employment Rights Act, the government is set to require businesses to undertake a consultation of the entire firm whenever they make a certain …
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The Ripple Effect of Divorce
As a divorce coach, I have the opportunity to walk with my clients through their divorce process. While all divorces start and end at the same points, the route between the decision to end the marriage and the finalization of the divorce is unique to each couple. Ever heard of the ripple effect? The ripple …
How YOU can profit as foreign predators circle home-grown businesses
American and other foreign predators are in a frenzy to buy British firms, and this takeover spree may fill you with dismay over the loss of often historic household names to overseas ownership. But ignoring this stock market phenomenon of the summer of 2026 could be an expensive mistake. Being an investor sometimes means mixed …
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Employment Rights Act will turbocharge creative interview techniques
Friday 22 May 2026 5:08 am | Updated: Thursday 21 May 2026 3:36 pm Driven by the upcoming Employment Rights Act, which grants unfair dismissal rights to new starters after July 1, 2026, businesses are expected to increase the use of creative vetting methods – like Duolingo’s “taxi driver test” – but this exposes them to …
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Civil Litigation – Judges tire of gameplaying tactics in costs disputes
It has been an assumption for years in costs budgeting in civil litigation: claimants start high and negotiate down, assuming there will be scope for ending up at the figure wanted all along. But have judges had enough of the game-playing? Two judgments in quick succession from Master Thornett have both criticised claimants’ overstated costs …
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Selling Your House During Divorce: The Biggest Mistakes People Make
Buying or selling your house is always a major life decision. But when divorce is involved, the process becomes significantly more emotional, financially complex, and high stakes. For many people, the marital home represents far more than just real estate. It holds memories, routines, stability for children, and a sense of identity. During divorce, decisions …
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Warning to anyone who’s divorced over simple mistake that could see your ex get ALL of your pension
ANYONE divorcing needs to make a key pension check or all their savings could end up with their former partner. Many people don’t realise that pension benefits are not usually included in your will.It means that if you die before taking a private pension, your provider will be left to decide where the cash goes. …
Cyber-attacks cost UK businesses £3.7 billion in litigation over the past year – with this likely to…
New research from Gallagher and CEBR reveals shareholder litigation accounted for £3.7 billion of the £11.7 billion total cost of cyber-attacks to large UK businesses in 2025, with legal and reputational fallout emerging as major financial risks for boards. Shareholder litigation accounted for £3.7 billion of the £11.7 billion total cost of cyber-attacks to large …
Mediation for Divorcing Couples with Children: Secret Advantages
In the realm of divorce, where tensions often run high and conflicts seem insurmountable, mediation for divorcing couples with children emerges as a lesser-known yet highly effective approach. Here are some lesser-known secrets about mediation for divorcing couples that divorce experts and litigation attorneys may not readily share: 1. Mediation has Predictable Costs And is …
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A Masterclass in the “New Rules” of Trademark Litigation
Global pop star Dua Lipa recently filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung Electronics, alleging that the tech giant featured a copyrighted image of her on the cardboard boxes of their television sets without permission. While Samsung denies any intentional misuse, Lipa’s legal team maintains that the company violated her copyright, trademark, and publicity rights …
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