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Insolvencies of retail businesses jump 56% in past year to hit decade high
The number of retail business insolvencies jumped 56% in the past year, to hit the highest levels in at least a decade - 1,942 in 2022/23, up from 1,243 in 2021/22 shows new research from international law firm RPC.
Read moreAn introduction to TUPE (Part 2): The TUPE journey
Welcome to The Work Couch, the podcast series where we explore how your business can navigate today's tricky people challenges and respond to key developments in the ever-evolving world of employment law.
Read moreRPC advises Ceres on Main Market listing
International law firm RPC advised Ceres Power Holdings plc, a global leader in fuel cell and electrochemical technology, on its transfer from AIM to the Premium Segment of the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.
Read moreThe Work Couch: Pregnancy loss and work (Part 1): Does the law reflect expected work cultures?
Welcome to The Work Couch, the podcast series where we explore how your business can navigate today's tricky people challenges and respond to key developments in the ever-evolving world of employment law.
Read moreUK Government wants understanding of video games to move to the next level
On 30 May 2023, the UK Government published a Video Games Research Framework which encourages research on video games and emerging game-related technologies.
Read moreRPC reacts to the FCA's tough new rules for marketing cryptoassets
New FCA rules mean crypto firms must ensure that people have the appropriate knowledge and experience to invest in crypto. Those promoting crypto must also put in place clear risk warnings and ensure adverts are clear, fair and not misleading.
Read moreRPC's Snapshots app brings together the latest legal developments…at the touch of a button
Students and commercial lawyers alike can access a rich database of updates from the commercial, data, digital, consumer and advertising legal landscape
Read moreThe Work Couch: Sexual harassment in a post #MeToo era – (Part 2) with Macaela Joyes
Welcome to The Work Couch, the podcast series where we explore how your business can navigate today's tricky people challenges and respond to key developments in the ever-evolving world of employment law.
Read moreRPC launches free go-to platform and online community for accountants and tax advisers
Tax Take + features guidance notes on tax-related topics, news, podcasts, webinars, vlogs and interactive chat for industry experts
Read moreRising 'green office' demand will keep construction sector buoyant as new office developments drop 15%
An ever-rising demand for sustainable workplaces will keep the construction sector buoyant as the number of new office development projects in England fell 15% between 2021 and 2022, from 434 to 367, according to research by international law firm RPC.
Read moreValue of UK crypto-fraud reports increases by 41% in the past year, reaching a record £306m
FTX collapse caused a surge in the value of fraud reports – November’s £115m loss to fraud amounts to 1/3 of annual figure while Hong Kong embraces cryptocurrency opportunities
Read moreRPC advises BP Marsh on sale of Kentro
International law firm RPC has advised BP Marsh & Partners Plc on the sale of Kentro Capital Limited to Brown & Brown, Inc.
Read moreThe Work Couch: Business protection (Part 1): When a senior executive leaves
Welcome to The Work Couch, the podcast series where we explore how your business can navigate today's tricky people challenges and respond to key developments in the ever-evolving world of employment law.
Read moreRPC Senior Partner secures second term
International firm RPC has reappointed Oliver Bray for a second term as Senior Partner with unanimous support.
Read moreThe Work Couch: Flexible Working
Welcome to The Work Couch, the podcast series where we explore how your business can navigate today's tricky people challenges and respond to key developments in the ever-evolving world of employment law.
Read moreRPC Elects Seven New Partners and Names Two Of Counsel
International law firm RPC has announced the promotion of seven Partners and two Of Counsel, effective May 1, 2023.
Read moreManufacturers 'face risk of reputational damage if they fail to act over listeria product recalls'
Following today's news that thousands of Cadbury desserts made by Müller are being recalled following a food poisoning alert.
Read moreEU law rethink means 'uncertainty is delayed, not removed'
Partner Patrick Brodie, head of the Employment, Engagement and Equality practice at international law firm RPC, warns thousands of regulations could still end up on the 'Brexit bonfire'
Read moreThe Work Couch: Preventing sexual harassment post-#MeToo (Part 1): How do UK and Australian laws compare?
Welcome to The Work Couch, the podcast series where we explore how your business can navigate today's tricky people challenges and respond to key developments in the ever-evolving world of employment law.
Read moreRPC launches interactive Dawn Raid app with live 24/7 assistance
RPC Raid Response is a one-stop toolkit which enables you to navigate a raid by a regulator in real time
Read moreNew course opens opportunities to return to law as an in-house lawyer
The Centre for Legal Leadership has partnered with the Reignite Academy to run a one-day course to provide opportunities for “career break” lawyers to relaunch in an in-house (commercial) lawyer role.
Read moreNumber of retail M&A deals increases 30% since before the pandemic – 34 deals in 2022
Takeovers of distressed retailers comprised just under a quarter of all deals in 2022
Read moreBSA: Higher-Risk Buildings Regulations now in force - Property Managers Take Note
The Government has been working on safety measures for high rise buildings following the Grenfell Tragedy to provide comfort to residents in order for them to feel safe in their homes.
Read moreRPC advises Susie Ma in Tropic Skincare 50% buyout from Lord Sugar
International law firm RPC has advised the founder of Tropic Skincare (Tropic), Susie Ma, after her decision to buyout investor, Lord Sugar, and return sole ownership to her for an undisclosed sum.
Read moreRPC hires Dr Matthew Jones as Partner to join its award-winning IP and technology practice
RPC hires Dr Matthew Jones as Partner to join its award-winning IP and technology practice
Read moreRPC reacts to UK Government White Paper on AI
RPC reacts to UK Government White Paper on AI
Read moreRPC advises senior management of Learnlight on investment by Synova
International law firm RPC has advised the senior management of Learnlight, an EdTech platform with operations across Europe, North America and Mexico, on the recent investment in Learnlight by Synova.
Read moreGary Lineker HMRC decision 'illustrates complexities' of IR35 and employment tax
International law firm RPC says a successful HMRC appeal against the decision is 'unlikely'
Read more900k square metres added to UK distribution warehouse space in past year
126 full size football pitches worth of distribution warehouse space gained in the last year
Read moreRPC advises Markel on £200m UK motor LPT transaction with Marco Capital
The LPT transaction involves UK motor insurance claims, providing cover of up to £200m in claims reserves This deal is the twelfth in a recent series of significant legacy market transactions handled by RPC, and the sixth in 2023
Read moreNHS delays for eye patients 'may be open to greater scrutiny'
International law firm RPC warns there could be a rise in claims over delays for non-surgical treatment 'given the relative ease in which it could have been provided'
Read moreGlobal Access Week 2023 – Global Solutions for Global Problems
Join us during the week 6 - 10 March for a series of seminars and networking opportunities with legal experts from our Global Access firms where we will aim to answer the most pressing questions being asked by insurance professionals.
Read moreTo be or Knot to be, a nuisance?
One year on , has the recent decision of Davies v Bridgend County Council (BCC) helped or hindered that goal?
Read moreWhat are the BIGGEST challenges facing insurers right now? Global Access Week has the answers…
International law firm RPC will host London seminar series with global partners from 7 to 9 March
Read moreDeals targeting European football teams more than double in value to £6.9bn in the past year
Total number of deals increased 65% between 2021 and 2022 Growth of sports holding companies helps fuel increase in English football club deals
Read moreRPC advises MS Amlin on £1.2bn 'split' RITC and LPT transactions
The transaction has been described as the largest ever third-party Reinsurance-to-Close (RITC) transaction in Lloyd's This deal is the eleventh in a recent series of significant legacy market transactions handled by RPC, and the fifth in 2023
Read moreRPC hires financial crime consultant to bolster growing White Collar Crime team
RPC has hired financial crime consultant Ben Cooper to bolster the international law firm's White Collar Crime team in London. Ben started on 1 February 2023.
Read moreHermès victory over MetaBirkin reminds creators they need to be 'mindful of using other people's content'
International law firm RPC says decision should not be seen as an impingement on artists, but rather a reminder that intellectual property laws apply even in the metaverse
Read moreRPC 'fully committed to opening doors' as firm marks fifth anniversary of apprenticeship scheme
RPC is celebrating the "wonderful contribution" of apprentices five years after the international law firm first launched its apprenticeship programme.
Read morePension reforms 'put onus on trustees, providers and employers to show value for money'
International law firm RPC says Government consultation is 'welcome' step towards ensuring pensions industry is providing the best outcomes for customers
Read moreFTX's missing millions highlights urgent need for 'proper security and protection' against hackers
International law firm RPC says news of $415million worth of stolen crypto 'comes as a further blow' to customers
Read moreFTX's $415m stolen crypto shows 'authorities risk creating an Aladdin's Cave for criminals every time they freeze or seize assets'
International law firm RPC urges rethink over proposed UK crypto seizure powers
Read moreSt James’s Oncology v Lendlease: the value of project-specific amendments to JCT contracts
The recent judgment of the TCC in St James’s Oncology SPC Ltd (Project Co) v Lendlease Construction (Europe) Ltd and another provides a fascinating commentary on the importance of drafting a building contract that is tailored to deliver the needs of the employer and the end-user.
Read moreRPC advises senior management of AgriBriefing on acquisition by Mintec
International law firm RPC is advising the senior management of AgriBriefing on its announced acquisition by Mintec, a leading global provider of price data, analytics, and forecasts for agri-food, to create a market leading Price Reporting Agency (PRA) and Data Provider.
Read moreUK’s biggest banks facing 109 class action lawsuits
41 outstanding cases relate to interest rate manipulation; 18 concern terrorist financing Litigation funders attracted by prospect of significant payouts
Read moreValue of fines issued by ICO increases threefold in a year – from £4.8m to £15m
Fines relating to data breaches account for a third of the overall value The largest fine issued was £7.5m
Read moreEdinburgh Reforms are 'a positive step in the right direction'
International law firm RPC says reforms will bring innovation and increased accessibility of consumer credit products
Read moreUK Government’s plans to raise as much as £200m a year from seizing crypto assets at risk without proper investment
Plans by the UK Government to seize as much as £200m a year in crypto assets* will be difficult to implement without significant investment in resources to pursue such seizures, says international law firm RPC.
Read moreBuilding Safety Levy – Government Undertaking Second Consultation
The Government has just announced it is commencing another consultation on building safety, this time by way of second consultation on the Building Safety Levy ("the Levy").
Read moreEmployers 'need to be proactive in understanding menopause'
International law firm RPC warns upward trend of employment tribunal cases where companies were found at fault over issue
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