The Representative Actions Directive was finally implemented into Austrian Law, with some delay. It now makes it possible for so called Qualified Institutions to pursue claims of at least 50 consumers based on the same facts, against companies in a single action. In this podcast our partners Philipp Zumbo, Ivo Deskovic and Stefan Turic explain what is different to the previous system in Austria and what large B2C business need to prepare for.

Join senior associates Tom Charnley and Megan Howarth as they reflect on the 168th Practice Direction and its role in reshaping the enforcement of cross-border judgments post-Brexit.

Join Andrew Howell and Samantha Brendish as they discuss the latest announcement from the SRA about investigations linked to the Post Office inquiry scandal; and the draft SRA guidance on the professional obligations of in-house solicitors, under scrutiny following the Horizon scandal.

Join Stephanie High and Gemma Broughall as they discuss the dos and don'ts of embargoed judgments, including how to minimise breaches and practical steps to take in the event of a leak.

In our latest Disputes Quick Listen, Stephanie High and Andrew Howell reflect on criticisms of lawyers in the Post Office scandal in relation to Non-Disclosure Agreements in settlement agreements, and discuss their views on best practice.

In this episode, Georgina Jones and Tom Charnley discuss the increased use of AI chatbots like ChatGPT in a dispute resolution context and whether litigants can assert privilege over their communications with AI chatbots.

In our latest Disputes Quick Listen, Laurence Lieberman and Jessie Prynne discuss the benefits of arbitration for resolving life sciences disputes. In this episode they look at the main differences between court proceedings and arbitration in England & Wales, as well as the pros and cons for life sciences companies.

Join Megan Howarth and Matthew Caskie, two of our product liability and product safety specialists, as they discuss forthcoming changes to the product liability and safety frameworks in both the EU and UK, including how AI will likely be regulated in the future. For more on the impact and risks of AI implementation for businesses, check out our Tech Me Up webinar series.