Legal Aid opportunities in Housing and Debt

The Legal Aid Agency (LAA) is seeking to attract additional providers in the Housing and Debt and Welfare Benefits Categories of Law under the 2024 Standard Civil Contract (“2024 Contract”) in the following areas: Barnsley Calderdale Cheshire City of Kingston upon Hull Doncaster East Riding of Yorkshire Hartlepool Knowsley Leicestershire & Rutland North East Lincolnshire…

NCLAT Allows Salman Khan’s Withdrawal of ₹7.24 Crore Insolvency Plea against Jerai Fitness on Mutual Settlement [Read Order]

The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) recorded the consent terms by Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and Jerai Fitness on mutual settlement. The bench allowed the withdrawal of his ₹7.24 crore insolvency application bringing an end to the protracted legal battle between the two parties. Salman Khan was named the brand ambassador for Jerai Fitness…

Problem Gambling Crisis Intensifies as Helpline Numbers Surge

A national problem gambling crisis is deepening. Helplines across multiple states report significant increases in calls. This surge highlights a growing public health concern. Officials confirm the rising demand for support services. According to Associated Press reports, the need for counseling and resources is escalating. The widespread availability of online betting is a key factor.…

BRIPAN seeks to deepen insolvency practice across Nigeria

Looking to deepen the practice of insolvency across the country, members of the President, Business Insolvency Practitioners Association of Nigeria (BRIPAN), Chiemezie Ihekweazu (SAN)(left); former President, Chief Anthony Idigbe (SAN); Babatunde Ogala (SAN); Chief Yusuf Asamah Kadiri (SAN) and Vice President, BRIPAN/Chairman, Conference Planning Committee, Albert Folorunsho during the body’s yearly conference at Muson Centre,…