DPP v Newbury and Jones is a landmark decision of the House of Lords on the law of constructive manslaughter. The case clarified an important and often misunderstood aspect of criminal liability—whether a defendant must… DPP v Newbury and Jones
If you have ever worked through lunch, skipped a break to meet a deadline, or felt unsure about when you are actually allowed to stop working, you are not alone. Many people in the UK… Legally How Long Can You Work Without A Break
The case of DPP v Santa-Bermudez is an important decision of the High Court that explains how criminal liability for battery can arise even when the accused does not directly apply physical force. The case… DPP v Santa-Bermudez
Can occupational health get you sacked? This is a very common and very real worry—especially if you are already struggling with your health, stress at work, or a long period of sickness absence. If your… Can Occupational Health Get You Sacked?
The decision in Samuels v Stubbs was delivered by the Supreme Court of South Australia in 1972. The case dealt with a narrow but important legal question: whether a temporary alteration to property, which can… Samuels v Stubbs
What is covenant consent when buying a property? If you are in the process of buying a home or investment property in the UK, this is a question you really should not ignore. Many buyers… What Is Covenant Consent When Buying a Property?
Routledge v McKay is a leading English contract law decision from 1954 that deals with one of the most fundamental distinctions in contract law: the difference between a contractual term and a mere representation. The… Routledge v McKay
If you’ve had an accident but feel that you may be partly responsible, you might wonder whether you can still claim compensation. The good news is – you often can. UK law recognises that more… What If You’re Partly to Blame for Your Accident?
The case of Williams v Carwardine is a landmark English contract law decision that clarified the enforceability of reward offers made to the public. It established the important legal principle that motive is not relevant… Williams v Carwardine
If you’ve been injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault, you might be considering a personal injury claim. One of the most common questions people ask is, “Who actually pays the compensation in a… Who Pays the Compensation in a Personal Injury Case?