Viewpoints


				
13 January 2022

New podcast

My colleague Lizzie Williams and I recently sat down to record the latest episode in H&L's Digital Download podcast series. This episode covers some of the issues that arise from the use of technology in sport - including technology in elite…

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12 January 2022

Tech and Sport podcast now live

Check out our latest Digital Download podcast where I discuss the use of technology in elite level sport - including the collection of performance data and associated legal issues - with my colleague Mike Jones.

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20 December 2021

Jurisdiction in 2021: LexisNexis webinar

It was a pleasure to record this webinar on Jurisdiction in 2021 with Victoria Hobbs for LexisNexis.  It provides an overview of the current law on jurisdiction, with a focus on the position post-Brexit, including practical tips and recent caselaw. …

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25 November 2021

Smart legal contracts: important update

Great news that the Law Commission has confirmed that the existing law of England & Wales is able to accommodate and apply to smart contracts.  This detailed report considers the formation of smart legal contracts, their interpretation, remedies in disputes…

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24 November 2021

Latest trends in data protection enforcement

In the third episode of our Digital Download podcast series, I discuss recent GDPR enforcement trends in the UK and EU with colleagues Sacha Wilson and Shayna-Radhika Patel.  As well as general trends in enforcement, Sacha and Shayna cover the…

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10 November 2021

Listen to our new podcast episode on NFTs

With NFTs hitting headlines in recent months, our latest podcast discusses some important points to consider if you're looking to delve into this world.  My colleagues Kostyantyn Lobov and Caitlin McGivern share their insights and give an overview of some…

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25 October 2021

Listen to our first Digital Download podcast

I’m delighted to be hosting Harbottle & Lewis’ new Digital & Technology podcast, Digital Download. In the Digital Download series I will be discussing topical issues in the digital and tech world with expert guests who will give you their…

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10 October 2021

Lawtech UK feasibility study

Lawtech UK has released a feasibility study on the business case for the development of an online platform that could assist smaller businesses in recovering unpaid debts. The platform is envisaged to be a form of alternative dispute resolution which…

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13 September 2021

Jurisdiction post Brexit: Lugano Convention update

Since our detailed jurisdiction update in May 2021 (https://www.harbottle.com/jurisdiction-post-brexit/) in which we highlighted the potential importance of the Lugano Convention in settling the position on jurisdiction following Brexit, the European Commission has confirmed, in a communication to the parties to…

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