Undisclosed Motor Finance Commissions: Are We Finally Nearing the End?
After years of speculation, the FCA signals a possible redress scheme for motor finance commissions—just as the Supreme Court prepares to weigh in.
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Is hand-arm vibration a risk in your workshop?
A recent six-figure fine handed to a car dealership highlights the importance of knowing your employees’ health risks.
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Tougher penalties for those who use or supply signal jammers
The new Bill shifts the legal framework by reversing the burden of proof and increases the maximum penalty to five years’ imprisonment and/or an unlimited fine.
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Small Claims and Expert Fees: Understanding the £750 Cap
Parties should carefully consider the necessity and proportionality of obtaining expert evidence to avoid incurring irrecoverable costs.
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AI is the future – but treat it with care!
AI can be a powerful ally—but recent cases show its misuse can lead to serious consequences, even contempt of court.
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Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024
Unfair trading rules are shifting from the CPRs to the new Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 – effective April 2025.
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Motor Ombudsman decision raises an eyebrow – and expectations
A recent Motor Ombudsman decision deems a car unsatisfactory nearly six years after purchase, based on a 10-year life expectancy for its electrics.
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Fraudulent MOTs – a thing of the past?
A new DVSA scheme aims to tackle the issue of fraudulent MOTs by requiring photographic evidence, but could reduced enforcement staff be undermining its effectiveness?
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The devil is in the detail
A solid report can make or break your legal case, but even minor mistakes can be costly. Learn what details to double-check in vehicle reports and how to avoid common pitfalls that could undermine your evidence in court.
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Ghost MOTs – and no, it’s not Halloween but the consequences are scary
Ghost MOTs may sound like a Halloween myth, but they’re a real and rising threat to road safety, and your business.
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Major changes to UK Consumer Law have landed
The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 has introduced sweeping updates to UK consumer law, including powerful new enforcement tools for the CMA.
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Buyer Beware: £4K Discovery claim falls flat in court
An opportunistic claim for nearly £9,000 on a £4,000 used vehicle was thrown out by the court, reinforcing the principle of caveat emptor in business-to-business sales.
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