Essays, News and Insights
Civil Litigation
SUING ONLINE GAMBLING CASINOS IN 2024 – THE EMERGING QUESTION OF LIMITATION PERIODS
Problem gamblers may have a valid professional negligence claim against online gambling casinos. But the clock has been ticking. Might they have run out of time? We don’t think so. Let’s talk about limitation periods.
DO ONLINE CASINOS OWE A DUTY OF CARE TOWARDS PROBLEM GAMBLERS?
In 2008, a High Court judgement determined that bookmakers do not owe a duty of care to problem gamblers. We explain why this decision is ripe for appeal, and why problem gamblers may in fact have a claim that they can bring against online casinos for professional negligence.
Energy
How to find a good divorce lawyer in 2026
You’re planning to meet with a few different divorce lawyers – what things should you look out for when deciding who will best meet your needs? In this guide, Ricky Hepburn identifies five top qualities to look out for, and considers the advice of other top divorce lawyers.
When will Bad Behaviour be Punished by Divorce Courts?
Two divorce judges have provided seemingly incompatible answers to the question of when bad behaviour should be taken into account when a marriage breaks down. I clarify the situation, showing that there is no incompatibility and suggesting what this all means for future cases.
Prenup not Enforced by Out-of-Touch Family Law Judges
Family law judges recently reached a decision that flies in the face of common sense. A marrying couple signed a pre-nuptial agreement, knowing enough to understand it’s implications. And yet, the court shot it down. Let me explain why, and why the judges were wrong.
MOST LAWYERS ARE OVER-GLORIFIED PAPER-PUSHERS
Why is it that almost all lawyers specialise into niche areas of law, seeking to only ever be good at one or two things. Perhaps we can all do more.
POLYAMOROUS ARRANGEMENT AGREEMENTS
What is a Polyamorous Arrangement Agreement, and why should polyamorous persons consider entering one?
Family Affairs
How to find a good divorce lawyer in 2026
You’re planning to meet with a few different divorce lawyers – what things should you look out for when deciding who will best meet your needs? In this guide, Ricky Hepburn identifies five top qualities to look out for, and considers the advice of other top divorce lawyers.
When will Bad Behaviour be Punished by Divorce Courts?
Two divorce judges have provided seemingly incompatible answers to the question of when bad behaviour should be taken into account when a marriage breaks down. I clarify the situation, showing that there is no incompatibility and suggesting what this all means for future cases.
Prenup not Enforced by Out-of-Touch Family Law Judges
Family law judges recently reached a decision that flies in the face of common sense. A marrying couple signed a pre-nuptial agreement, knowing enough to understand it’s implications. And yet, the court shot it down. Let me explain why, and why the judges were wrong.
POLYAMOROUS ARRANGEMENT AGREEMENTS
What is a Polyamorous Arrangement Agreement, and why should polyamorous persons consider entering one?
WHAT WILL THE COURT THINK OF YOUR ONLYFANS CAREER?
We consider the two seminal cases in England and Wales that deal with OnlyFans creators, whose content was discovered by their teenage children.
Media and Technology
DO ONLINE CASINOS OWE A DUTY OF CARE TOWARDS PROBLEM GAMBLERS?
In 2008, a High Court judgement determined that bookmakers do not owe a duty of care to problem gamblers. We explain why this decision is ripe for appeal, and why problem gamblers may in fact have a claim that they can bring against online casinos for professional negligence.
Public International Law
TAIWAN IS NOT A COUNTRY – A LEGAL ANALYSIS
The Taiwan Question is making headlines once again. And so, we explain why it must be concluded that Taiwan is a part of China that has no right, under public international law, to secede and become an independent country.
The Art of Lawyering
MOST LAWYERS ARE OVER-GLORIFIED PAPER-PUSHERS
Why is it that almost all lawyers specialise into niche areas of law, seeking to only ever be good at one or two things. Perhaps we can all do more.
Non-Legal Essays
How to find a good divorce lawyer in 2026
You’re planning to meet with a few different divorce lawyers – what things should you look out for when deciding who will best meet your needs? In this guide, Ricky Hepburn identifies five top qualities to look out for, and considers the advice of other top divorce lawyers.
When will Bad Behaviour be Punished by Divorce Courts?
Two divorce judges have provided seemingly incompatible answers to the question of when bad behaviour should be taken into account when a marriage breaks down. I clarify the situation, showing that there is no incompatibility and suggesting what this all means for future cases.
Prenup not Enforced by Out-of-Touch Family Law Judges
Family law judges recently reached a decision that flies in the face of common sense. A marrying couple signed a pre-nuptial agreement, knowing enough to understand it’s implications. And yet, the court shot it down. Let me explain why, and why the judges were wrong.