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What if the CEO asks me about... whether we are all set for an advertising blitz now lockdown is easing?
As lockdown eases in the UK and businesses start to fully re-open, there has been a significant upturn in advertising. Many brands are urgently rushing to get their advertising out and are looking for the best placement of that advertising.
Read moreRetail credit rating downgrades
How to stop a downgrade becoming a default
Read moreWhat if the CEO asks me about... moving to a turnover rent model?
On 10 March 2021 the Government announced that existing protections for tenants on non-payment of rent and against landlords' use of forfeiture and CRAR (the ability to sell a tenant's goods where rent is not paid) were to be extended until the end of June 2021.
Read moreAsia: How staying-at-home has driven retail F&D collaborations
Recent social unrest and the COVID-19 pandemic have accelerated the emergence of a new “stay-at-home economy” for groceries and fresh produce in Hong Kong.
Read moreComing to America: United States market entry tips
Most global retailers have contemplated entering the United States market – possibly just because of the sheer scale of the market. American retailers rang up almost $5.5 trillion (£4.1 trillion) in sales in 2019. Plus, for luxury sellers, the US market makes up a huge portion of overall global sales. Additionally, the impact that American consumers have on worldwide traditional and social media is tremendous, which amplifies the value of their purchases of your products.
Read moreTime for action on abusive card charges
Eyes will be on the British government in 2021 to start paving a new and substantially different pathway for the UK which holds enough merit to justify the upheaval, bitterness and loss caused by its advocacy and delivery of Brexit. One relatively uncontroversial area is the reform of regulation governing retail payments in the UK.
Read moreNew year, new strategy – what to expect in a post-pandemic retail landscape
Most importantly, retailers and brands must be ready to change and evolve to meet the rapidly shifting demands of consumers.
Read moreRetail Compass Spring edition 2021
Welcome to the Spring edition of Retail Compass. We present our guide to the key upcoming legal and policy changes affecting Retail and our thoughts on the need-to-know issues - as retailers look forward to a post-pandemic landscape.
Read moreWhat if the CEO asks me about… the latest online customer solutions?
Nine months of extreme disruption has accelerated retail brands' need to maximise their online shopping experience. With Covid-19 restrictions here to stay for the foreseeable future, and the future purpose of the physical store being re-examined, there is no doubt that online will continue to be a key consumer interface.
Read moreData and the trust barometer – the new frontline of retail
The inventor of the world wide web has a startup. Sir Tim Berners Lee's company Inrupt has launched Solid, a platform for giving consumers control over their data. Solid keeps user data in a secure locker, or pod, and access can be granted or revoked as needed.
Read moreRetail Compass Summer edition 2020
Welcome to the Summer 2020 edition of Retail Compass – our guide to key upcoming legal and policy changes affecting Retail and our thoughts on the need-to-know issues.
Read moreJCT 2024 has landed! This is the ideal time to update your contracts
The JCT 2024 suite of contracts has arrived, with the Design and Build Contract being the first to be released.
Read moreNew building safety requirements
The Building Safety Act 2022 (the Act) is the central plank in the government’s response to the Grenfell Tower disaster. The Act was enacted with the aim of improving the standard of buildings in England and securing the safety of people in or about those buildings, with a particular focus on fire safety.
Read moreInternational Comparative Legal Guide - Construction & Engineering 2022
Read moreArchitects and COVID-19 – Practical Advice on complying with your Professional Standards
Since the UK Government announced its lockdown as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses have asked their employees to work remotely and that has affected many businesses where physical attendance of clients and sites is important. A recent RIBA survey reported that as many as 81% of architects are now working from home.
Read moreGuide to Real Estate Funds
Welcome to the BVCA Guide to Real Estate Funds, the latest in our series of guides into business sectors, investment strategies and international markets.
Read moreTime limit for challenges to adjudication decisions clarified
Adjudication is intended to be a quick and cost-effective means of resolving a dispute. However, in its first decision concerning adjudication, handed down on 17 June 2015, the Supreme Court has reached a finding that means parties to adjudication may face a very long delay to reach a final determination of the dispute between them. The decision, in the case of Aspect Contracts (Asbestos) Limited v Higgins Construction plc, allows a respondent to adjudication to challenge the outcome any time up to six years after it makes payment to the successful referring party, thereby potentially rendering historic adjudication decisions vulnerable to further litigation.
Read morePlay nicely, children
Litigation is, by its very nature, an adversarial process. But as the court has made clear in the case of Simon Gotch & Susan Linda Gotch v Enelco Limited1, litigants should also co-operate, to ensure the swift and cost-effective resolution of their disputes.
Read moreGetting to Level 2
What insurers should look out for in BIM project management
Read moreBeyond night and day: The importance of causation
In order to succeed in a claim for professional negligence, a claimant must establish that the professional owed him a relevant duty of care, that they breached that duty and that the breach caused the loss he seeks to recover.
Read moreAnnual insurance review 2024
Hello and welcome to RPC's Annual insurance review – a look back at the events that shaped the insurance market in 2023 and a look forward towards what to expect in 2024.
Read moreAnnual Insurance Review 2022
Welcome to RPC's 2022 annual insurance review – a look back at the events that shaped the insurance market in 2021 and a look forward towards what to expect in 2022.
Read moreAnnual Insurance Review 2021
Welcome to RPC's 2021 annual insurance review. No prizes for guessing what we will be talking about this year.
Read moreAnnual Insurance Review 2020
Hello and welcome to the 2020 edition of RPC’s annual insurance review. Here you will find updates from our experts across a whole range of business classes as well as from around the world. In the articles that follow you will be able to read our take on key issues that have impacted your market in the year gone – and our thoughts on the issues likely to affect you in the year to come.
Read moreMarine and shipping
In this chapter of our Annual Insurance Review 2020, we look at the main developments in 2019 and expected issues in 2020 for marine and shipping.
Read moreAnnual Insurance Review 2019
Welcome to RPC’s Annual Insurance Review
Read moreAnnual Insurance Review 2018
Welcome to RPC’s Annual Insurance Review for 2018.
Read moreAccountants
In this chapter of our Annual Insurance Review 2018, we look at the main developments in 2017 and expected issues in 2018 for accountants.
Read moreAnnual Insurance Review 2017
Last year we identified the standout insurance law event of 2015 as the impending introduction of the Insurance Act 2015. Little did we anticipate the tumultuous events of 2016 that would shake up the global economic markets as a whole.
Read moreAnnual Insurance Review 2016
Landmark insurance law reform and market consolidation
Read moreAnnual Insurance Review 2015
Landmark insurance law reform and dealing with economic recovery which remains gradual
Read moreProduct bulletin – August 2024
Welcome to the latest edition of our product law bulletin, this month we focus on: • Toy Stor-E.U. • Automated Vehicles Act comes into force • A new regime for Connectable Products • The UK sees new E. coli outbreaks • EU Product Liability Directive • EU proposes new template for product recall notices • Product Safety and Metrology Bill
Read moreML Covered - July 2024
Welcome to the first edition of ML Covered, our new monthly round-up of key events that are relevant for those dealing with Management Liability Policies covering D&O, EPL and PTL-type risks.
Read moreNew Labour government – what is in store for the UK?
We have a new Labour Party government for the first time in 14 years. The new government has already made various announcements, with more set to follow in the coming days, and then we have the King’s Speech on 17 July, when the Labour Party will set out its opening legislative agenda – but what can we expect from the new government impacting services regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, pensions and accountants?
Read moreNavigating the digital shift: balancing efficiency and customer care in insurance brokerage
Workflow and process efficiency is something that insurance brokers report as one of their main challenges year on year. As technology accelerates faster than ever before, using data and technology is critical to providing exceptional customer service and improving productivity, but what are the risks involved in automation?
Read moreGeneral Liability newsletter – May 2024
Welcome to the latest edition of our general liability newsletter, rounding up some of the key cases from the last few months.
Read moreSource@RPC – April 2024
The aim of Source@RPC is to provide lawyers, procurement professionals and CIOs/CTOs (amongst others) with a regular update on the legal implications and risks (and how best to manage them) of sourcing and utilising technology and outsourced technology-enabled services, as they affect businesses operating in the insurance and financial services sector.
Read moreSource@RPC - February 2024
The aim of Source@RPC is to provide lawyers, procurement professionals and CIOs/CTOs (amongst others) with a regular update on the legal implications and risks (and how best to manage them) of sourcing and utilising technology and outsourced technology-enabled services, as they affect businesses operating in the insurance and financial services sector.
Read moreHurricane Otis Acapulco
Acapulco, one of the main tourist destinations in Mexico, suffered extensive damage from Hurricane Otis (category 5) when it struck on Wednesday, 25 October 2023.
Read moreSource@RPC - December 2023
The aim of Source@RPC is to provide lawyers, procurement professionals and CIOs/CTOs (amongst others) with a regular update on the legal implications and risks (and how best to manage them) of sourcing and utilising technology and outsourced technology-enabled services, as they affect businesses operating in the insurance and financial services sector.
Read moreProduct law bulletin – December 2023
Welcome to the latest edition of our product law bulletin, this month we focus on: • EU CE marking recognition extended indefinitely • Best Practice for food allergen labelling published by FSA • Consultation on non-surgical cosmetic procedures • UK Product Safety Review Consultation • EU Product Liability Directive • New regulations on batteries • Developments in e-scooter and e-bike battery safety discussion
Read moreSource@RPC - October 2023
The aim of Source@RPC is to provide lawyers, procurement professionals and CIOs/CTOs (amongst others) with a regular update on the legal implications and risks (and how best to manage them) of sourcing and utilising technology and outsourced technology-enabled services, as they affect businesses operating in the insurance and financial services sector.
Read moreGeneral Liability newsletter – September 2023
Welcome to the latest edition of our general liability newsletter, rounding up some of the key cases from the last few months.
Read moreProduct law bulletin – May 2023
• The spotlight's on product safety following the adoption of the General Product Safety Regulation (EU) and the UK Government's Round Table on online marketplaces • European Council adopts general approach for proposed EU Artificial Intelligence Act • Ford launches history making "hands-off, eyes on" car • Allergen update: more calls for stronger reporting and guidance • General Product Safety Regulations breaches • OPSS publish Product Regulation Strategy for 2022 – 2025
Read moreThe Week That Was - 17 March 2023
Welcome to The Week That Was, a round-up of key events in the construction sector over the last seven days.
Read moreLaw and jurisdiction in insurance and reinsurance contracts (Asia Pacific)
Read moreThe English courts are emerging as a "hotspot" for environmental and ESG-related claims
Insurers can expect to continue to see an uptick in environmental and mass tort group litigation in the English courts and elsewhere in Europe, against the backdrop of climate change-related, plastics and other environmental risks
Read moreGeneral Liability newsletter – February 2023
Welcome to the latest edition of our general liability newsletter, rounding up some of the key cases from the last few months.
Read moreIt's a Wonderful Life, Insurance
A swollen river rages through the town of Bedford Falls. It is Christmas Eve and, looking down upon the torrent, shivering on a bridge, is a woman, distraught and wounded by life's cruelties. She prepares to step over the railing. Her name is Insurance.
Read moreA-Z of Insurance
Insurance plays a role in almost every aspect of life. For most, it is simply a policy that protects their car and home, but there is so much more to it than that. Peter Mansfield takes us on a whistlestop tour through insurance history as he gives us his A-Z of insurance.
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