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Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:29:34 GMT
Some of the UK's biggest banks have been failing their most vulnerable customers, according to the financial regulator.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:31:21 GMT
Rachael Bews says she told on the way her child would not be allowed on site. Amazon has apologised for not communicating its policy clearly.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:28:10 GMT
The firm's shares fell sharply on Tuesday as some investors had expected an even stronger performance.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:08:51 GMT
A new report says students were not well-enough informed that their loan terms could change retrospectively.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:30:40 GMT
Around the world women are marking their split with new - or repurposed engagement - rings.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:48:55 GMT
Robotics tech is changing fast, so for many it makes sense to rent a robot.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:40:34 GMT
It is only seven years since the first claim over an injury from a micromobility vehicle was made.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 22:01:07 GMT
China's self-driving car firms have been given a headstart by the country's EV supply chain as they expand globally.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:18:53 GMT
The sweeping layoffs equate to 2.1% of Microsoft's workforce, with 1,600 immediate job losses at Xbox.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:40:04 GMT
Sky boss Dana Strong's comments came as the channel announces it is buying ITV's media and entertainment divisions in a £1.6bn deal.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:18:27 GMT
Queues are expected at airports this summer owing to EU's new digital border control system.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 11:09:54 GMT
The once-a-day pill, from the makers of the Wegovy weight-loss jab, can now be bought privately in UK pharmacies.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:19:25 GMT
A court in China ruled that Molly Tea had infringed on the luxury brand's four-petal flower design.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:41:59 GMT
The low-cost airline had previously rejected four takeover offers from US investment firm Castlelake.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:20:38 GMT
Sky is set to buy ITV's TV and streaming channels for up to £1.6bn, the companies announced on Monday.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:46:34 GMT
Wedding lists are being replaced by cash requests, but guests are divided over how much to give.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 13:55:34 GMT
Employers are being urged to use their "common sense" to allow staff to work flexibly where they can.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:02:09 GMT
Leading AI researcher Yan LeCun has a start-up which is developing a more flexible AI system.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:23:12 GMT
Energy grids and train services are among the vital services that are vulnerable to very hot weather.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:10:28 GMT
A test case is seeking the minimum wage for 300,000 disabled people who currently get paid less.
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:01:11 GMT
Hydration tracking gadgets are flooding the market but is it too much information?
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 23:27:11 GMT
It had planned to abandon the fuel, but the higher cost of natural gas may make it think again.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:11:07 GMT
Himalayan villages are creating artificial glaciers to guarantee water for their crops in the spring.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:02:05 GMT
As the delivery vehicles increasing take to US streets, bans and protest groups are springing up.
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:11:13 GMT
Helium-3 is expensive and demand is forecast to soar, so some are planning to mine it on the moon.
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 23:26:01 GMT
As more US company owners reach retirement age many are selling up to their employees.
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:01:48 GMT
Agave plants grow wild in India and new distillers are using them to create a spirits industry.
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:01:54 GMT
While US consumer confidence is at an historic low the Big Apple's sweet shops are expanding.
Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:06:30 GMT
Armed forces are experimenting with humanoid robots, but battlefield deployment is some way off.
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:55:32 GMT
A Towcester community larder is collecting produce from the circuit following the Grand Prix.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:30:40 GMT
Around the world women are marking their split with new - or repurposed engagement - rings.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 23:29:34 GMT
Some of the UK's biggest banks have been failing their most vulnerable customers, according to the financial regulator.
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 05:09:19 GMT
Rubis and ATF Fuels both say they expect to see prices fall further in time.
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:18:27 GMT
Queues are expected at airports this summer owing to EU's new digital border control system.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:05:19 GMT
Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:10:11 GMT
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:00:04 GMT
High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?
Thu, 28 May 2026 06:44:47 GMT
Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam
Sun, 03 May 2026 23:03:41 GMT
What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Linzi checks in on 89-year-old Margaret's battle to get her landline reconnected.
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:30:00 GMT
Half a million people say 'no thanks' to joining a workplace pension, why?
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:26:56 GMT
Martin is revealing everything you need to know right now to cut the cost of getting away.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:24:03 GMT
Young people tells the BBC what they think about the state pension.
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We provide advice and guidance on the resolution of business disputes, including through direct negotiation, mediation and litigation. Examples of our services include early stage advice on contract termination and dispute avoidance; presenting or responding to claims; representation at mediation appointments; litigation management; representation in court proceedings; and drafting position statements.
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Simon has once again provided us with excellent service. Simon is smart, tough, responsive – and all at very competitive rates.
Mark Biddle. General Counsel, Williams Grand Prix Engineering Limited.
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Simon Emmerson at Emmerson Law continues to act for an impressive range of clients at the Mercantile, County and High Courts. Recent work includes defending a $1.5m breach of contract claim.
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Simon Emmerson has done an outstanding job for us with his pragmatic, professional and common sense approach.
Les Cannings, LJ&CA Cannings
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Emmerson Law’s team is headed by founding partner Simon Emmerson, who is praised for his ‘excellent tactical and commercially oriented advice'.
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Simon is extremely good at the face-to-face mediation process and managed our case in a very expedient and professional manner. He is extremely cost effective and pragmatic in his approach.
Ian Bingham. Director, The IP Asset Partnership
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'Impressive and seasoned litigator' Simon Emmerson heads the team at Emmerson Law which acted on a number of negligence, fraud and breach of contract claims.
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Litigation boutique Emmerson Law is led by Simon Emmerson, who really understands the dynamics of litigation. The firm has notable experience handling claims arising from commercial contracts and economic torts.
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Commercial contracts and economic torts are the forte of litigation boutique Emmerson Law, which also 'punches above its weight' in regulatory work. 'Top-notch' managing director Simon Emmerson has 'a real feel for the dynamics of litigation' and routinely acts for defendants and claimants from a broad range of sectors, including energy, hospitality and software development. The firm receives a high number of inbound instructions from the US.
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The ‘very responsive, efficient, proactive and knowledgeable’ practice at Emmerson Law is run by ‘excellent’ sole practitioner Simon Emmerson. Emmerson acts for listed companies, SMEs and owner-managed businesses across a range of sectors including energy, electronics manufacturing, software development and motorsport.
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