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No win no fee claims exploit the public, says lawyer
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The public are still being exploited by claims companies making a living out of accident victims, a Midland lawyer has warned.
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Three new partners at Wilkes
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Birmingham law the Wilkes Partnership has announced three new partner appointments across the business.
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Birmingham Chamber gets Karachi up to date
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Birmingham Chamber of Commerce has just completed an EU-funded project to bring one of the world’s largest business organisations into the 21st century.
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Jutexpo looks to expand shopping bag business
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A Worcestershire company which manufactures sustainable shopping bags is looking to develop its business in emerging market countries.
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Coleshill plastics firm picks up business in Latvia
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A Coleshill firm looking to expand its business in emerging market countries has secured new orders in Latvia.
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Developers and landlords walk tightrope on buy to let
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The impact credit crunch is having on buy-to-let landlords has increased the amount of rent they need to charge to stay above water by nearly a fifth.
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Older workers could solve the skills shortage
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Employers have been warned not to throw their older workers on the scrapheap – it could be their way out of growing skills shortages.
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Bosses fear for their pensions as downturn bites
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The economic downturn is hitting the retirement plans of many company directors in the West Midlands, it was claimed this week.
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Disputes can be resolved before they become costly
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Shoosmiths is reminding clients of their obligation to consider alternative ways of resolving disputes.
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Credit crunch set to lead to rise in court claims
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As the effects of the credit crunch continue to be felt in the West Midlands, businesses should prepare for increased claims against them.
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Prestigious diploma for Lodders' lawyer Louise
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A young Warwickshire lawyer has been awarded the prestigious STEP Diploma and passed her exams with an overall distinction.
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Good turnout at Needham & James seminar
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Needham & James enjoyed a good turnout for their seminar on how lenders can protect their security.
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Weight-lifting paralegal aiming for London Olympics
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A young weight-lifting paralegal from Wolverhampton has his sights set on the next Commonwealth and Olympic Games after putting in a strong performance in a national contest.
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Horwath Clark Whitehill staff have a Knockout day
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Staff at Horwath Clark Whitehill went Caribbean for their It's A Knockout tournament.
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Peter Brewer promoted to associate at Else Solicitors
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The founding partner of a Midland law firm has promoted a lawyer to associate after first spotting his talent in another firm where they worked together eight years ago.
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DB pensions disappearing from view
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Despite the exodus from defined benefit provision, pensions play a critical role in attracting and keeping the top-performing individuals.
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Record quarter for George Green
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Black Country law firm George Green has started its new financial year with a record turnover for the first quarter.
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Dunlop workers return to China after training in Birmingham
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Six tyre production workers and a supervisor, the first recruits for Dunlop Aircraft Tyres’ new retreading operation in China, are set to return to their country after completing a training course in Birmingham to prepare them for the opening of the new facility.
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Indian trade visit for Midland SMEs
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A trade visit to an Indian exhibition on building and construction technology is being organised for West Midlands SMEs.
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Kaupthing pushing Midland firms to invest in India
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Icelandic investment bank Kaupthing has joined the West Midlands push to woo India.
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Birmingham Law Society at forefront of email security
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Birmingham Law Society is spearheading a pilot project which will put email security at the heart of member firms’ dealings with clients.
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Don't underestimate the value of the housewife
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Housewives, or housepersons, should be insured for a minimum of £250,000 bearing in mind the duties they carry out.
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Two new faces on Coventry Building Society board
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Coventry Building Society has revamped its board with the appointment of two new non-executive directors.
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More top earners seeking debt management advice
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Higher-end earners are being forced to seek debt management advice as they struggle to maintain their extravagant lifestyles, a Solihull company has said.
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