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AI and the Law: The Law Commission Discussion Paper

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8th Aug 2025

Artificial Intelligence, Criminal liability, Cyber, Data, Technology, Technology & Cyber Liabilities, Technology and Cyber Liabilities

  • FOIL

The Law Commission’s discussion paper, AI and the Law, represents a significant step in framing how the legal system of England and Wales should engage with the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI). While not proposing formal reforms, the paper outlines the legal questions AI raises and highlights the need for clarity, accountability and regulatory vigilance.

The Rise of Automation in Maritime Transport

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25th Jul 2025

Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Crewless Vessels, Cyber, International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Liability, Maritime Transport, Shipping, Technology, Vessels

  • FOIL

As the global shipping industry continues its transition toward greater efficiency, safety and environmental performance, automation is emerging as a key instrument for operational transformation capable of setting the industry on a course for long-term prosperity and sustainability.

Alignment of FOIL’s Consultation Response and the CJC’s Final Recommendations on Litigation Funding

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13th Jun 2025

Arbitration, CJC, CPRC, Litigation Funding Agreements, Pre-action protocols

  • FOIL

Responding to a request from the Lord Chancellor for guidance on clarifying the distinction between litigation funding agreements (LFAs) and damages-based agreements (DBAs) following the UK Supreme Court ruling in R (PACCAR) v Competition Appeal Tribunal (2023), the Civil Justice Council's (CJC) final report on the Review of Litigation Funding is an important moment in the evolution of third-party funding (TPF) in England and Wales.

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