news and updates

CAA v Travel RepublicFeb 2010

The case of CAA v Travel Republic saw the Civil Aviation Authority launch yet another criminal prosecution against the online travel agent Travel Republic for breach of the requirement to hold an ATOL. Our Travel team outline the case.

firm's client in aeroplane 'accident' Court of Appeal rulingDec 2008

Blake Lapthorn is acting for the claimant in this case, where the Court of Appeal has ruled that a British Airways passenger injured while boarding a plane did not have an 'accident' as required by the Montreal Convention.

greater protection for consumers when abroadAug 2008

Our Travel team looks at how a recent OFT decision will means that consumers now have the same rights of action against the credit card company in circumstances where the transaction took place abroad.

timeshare and holiday clubs - rights for UK consumersJul 2010

Our Travel team looks at a new EU directive making it easier for UK consumers who have entered into contracts with companies selling holiday club memberships in another EU country to enforce their rights.

French law and the role of the notaire in a property purchaseJul 2010

Our French team focuses on some key areas of French law relevant to the purchase of property in France and at the work carried out by a notaire in support of the transaction. (French Property News, July 10)

estate planning for UK residents with French interestsJun 2010

In a recent article in Elderly Client Adviser magazine, our French Property team looks at estate planning for UK residents with assets in France or for those intending to move to France.

guests struck down with food poisoning at Tunisian hotelJun 2010

Our Travel team comments on a recent outbreak of food poisoning at Abou Sofiane Hotel, Port El Kantaoui, Tunisia.

hygiene standards questioned as illness strikes cruise shipJun 2010

Our Travel team comments on a recent Norovirus outbreak on board the Grand Princess cruise ship.