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A guide to unfair terms in consumer contracts

This guide explains why the OFT considers that certain kinds of standard terms used in contracts with consumers have the potential for unfairness under the Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations 1999. Additionally, the guide explains the basis on which the OFT is likely to take action.

Law Firm: Office of Fair Trading | Date: 17 May 2012

Carry on camping: ECJ rules on holiday carry over following sick leave

Decisions from the European Court of Justice over the last few years have changed the legal landscape regarding holiday entitlement and sickness absence. Shoosmiths analyses the recent ECJ decision in Neidel v Stadt Frankfurt am Main to see whether it clarifies a number of uncertainties.

Law Firm: Shoosmiths | Date: 17 May 2012

eDisclosure in the UK: recent developments in practice and procedure

This white paper summarises the rules and case laws relevant to the management of electronic disclosure in civil courts. Insight is given on the factors affecting procedural matters and commentary is provided on all cases which continue to exert an influence on current eDisclosure practice.

Law Firm: Guidance Software | Date: 16 May 2012