Year: 2025
Drug, alcohol and DNA testing that gives back
Rachel Davenport, Co-founder and Director at AlphaBiolabs, reflects on how the company’s Giving Back ethos continues to make a difference to communities across the UK. For over 20 years we’ve provided UKAS-accredited Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing services for family law professionals and local authorities across the country, delivering evidence to support critical decisions […]
AlphaBiolabs’ latest Giving Back donation supports men’s mental health charity Sean’s Place
A £500 donation from AlphaBiolabs is helping support men’s mental health and wellbeing in Sefton and the wider Liverpool area, thanks to the company’s unique charity initiative that empowers legal professionals to give back to community causes. For every testing instruction received from family law and social work professionals, AlphaBiolabs enters the customer’s name into its bimonthly […]
Hiring legally in a digital age
The Government’s plan to introduce a national Digital ID scheme to confirm identity and immigration status has drawn widespread interest. For many employers, the idea of a single digital credential that could instantly verify an individual’s right to work appears to offer long-awaited simplicity. However, while Digital ID could modernise how identity verification is carried […]
UK legal professionals embrace AI: how legal specific platforms are driving accuracy
Artificial intelligence (AI) use is no longer just a possibility for the legal profession; it is already supporting the daily work of thousands of lawyers across the UK. According to recent research by LawY, 61 per cent of lawyers are now using AI, up from 46 per cent earlier this year. Only 6 per cent […]
Using AI tools to manage the challenges of legal practice in 2025
AI tools are beginning to reshape professional life across many industries, and the legal sector is no exception. The technology promises to reduce administration time, improve accuracy, and free up space for complex legal work. For firms under pressure from rising caseloads and client expectations, this represents both an opportunity and a challenge. One firm […]
Unfair dismissal reform: how employers can prepare for upcoming changes
Tessa Harris, Employment Law Director at Redmans Solicitors, comments on the recent changes made to the Employment Rights Bill, and advises employers on how they can prepare for inevitable changes to unfair dismissal laws. A hot topic for any Employment Lawyer has been the Labour government’s proposed Employment Rights Bill. The Bill put forward several […]
£500 AlphaBiolabs donation supports grassroots West Wales charity
AlphaBiolabs has announced its latest Giving Back donation to RAY Ceredigion, a grassroots West Wales charity that provides play, learning and community opportunities for families across Ceredigion County. Every two months, AlphaBiolabs enters family law and social work professionals who use its testing services into a draw, with the winner nominating a charity to receive a £500 […]
How much compensation for a road traffic accident?
Every year in the UK, thousands of people are involved in road traffic accidents, from minor bumps to serious collisions. In the aftermath, one question many ask is: how much compensation for a road traffic accident could they receive? Knowing the answer can help accident victims plan their recovery, cover expenses, and move forward. This […]
Interview questions and the law: A guide for employers
Job interviews may seem an unlikely legal minefield, but the questions asked, the assumptions made, and even the format or timing of the interview can expose employers to serious legal risk. In a market where reputation matters and recruitment is competitive, ensuring your interview process is lawful, consistent, and inclusive is not simply a matter […]
LEAP and Finders International announce strategic integration to tackle risk in private client services
Amid increasing scrutiny in probate and estate administration, LEAP, a leader in legal software innovation, has announced a landmark integration with Finders International, the UK’s foremost probate genealogy research firm. This strategic move aims to help law firms reduce risk, improve compliance, and streamline complex private client matters through purpose-built technology and specialist services. Rising […]
