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LawcastHealth Adviser Podcast: Episode 2 - Diagnosing Faster with AI: A Look Inside Greater Manchester’s Imaging InnovationIn this episode of the Health Adviser podcast series, Katherine Calder, Partner and Head of Public Procurement at DAC Beachcroft, speaks with Dr. Rhidian Bramley, Consultant Radiologist and Clinical Lead for Diagnostics, Digital and Innovation within the Greater Manchester Imaging Network. Together, they explore how Manchester is deploying AI at scale to transform cancer diagnostics, improve early detection, and reduce waiting times. As early diagnosis and AI play a central role in the government's 10 Year Health Plan, this conversation highlights a practical and pioneering model that others in the NHS may look to adopt.2025-07-3029 min
LawcastHealth Adviser Podcast: Episode 1 - International Models of Care: Lessons for the NHSIn this opening episode of our Health Adviser podcast series, Hamza Drabu, Head of Health at DAC Beachcroft, is joined by Dr. Nav Chana MBE, senior partner at Cricket Green Medical Practice and non-executive director at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. Together, they explore global models of care with a spotlight on Brazil’s community health worker scheme — a universal, preventative initiative now gaining traction in the UK. Dr. Chana discusses its integration into NHS settings, the cultural and funding challenges of adapting such models, and its relevance to health inequalities. This Brazilian approach features as part of the gove...2025-07-2334 min
LawcastAI & ESGIn this edition of Lawcast, Richard Highley, partner at DAC Beachcroft, is joined by colleagues, Simon Konsta (partner, DACB) and Laura Berry (partner, DACB). They discuss and share their views on the impact of AI and ESG in the world of accountancy.2023-11-2026 min
LawcastCredit Hire Conference – Scotland and Northern Ireland UpdatesWelcome to our DAC Beachcroft credit hire podcast mini series. Over the past few weeks we have been examining the latest hot topics from our recent credit hire annual conference.
In our final episode, Helen Mason, Head of Vehicle Hire and Damage, is joined by Kelly Sutherland, associate and credit hire lead for Scotland, and Michael McLarnon, associate and credit hire lead for Northern Ireland, to discuss the issues facing both Scotland and Northern Ireland.2023-11-1517 min
LawcastLiability Litigation and the FRC – Part 2In this episode of Lawcast, which is the second part in our podcast series looking at Liability Litigation and the FRC, Richard Highley, partner at DAC Beachcroft, is joined by Ben Hubble, KC at 4 New Square chambers.
Ben shares his insights and in particular sheds more light on dealing with a new breed of claims from trading losses.2023-11-1328 minLawcastLiability Litigation and the FRC – Part 1Richard Highley, partner at DAC Beachcroft, is joined by his colleague, Julian Bubb-Humfryes, senior Associate (DAC Beachcroft), who shares some recent insights from their work with the FRC.
Richard and Julian also indulge in some crystal ball gazing, discussing the potential impact of AI on audit and FRC regulation.2023-11-0613 min
LawcastCredit Hire Conference – The Defence of Credit Hire LitigationWelcome to the second episode in our DAC Beachcroft credit hire podcast mini series. Over the next few weeks we will be examining the latest hot topics from our recent credit hire annual conference.
In this episode, Helen Mason, Head of Vehicle Hire and Damage, is joined by David Fardy, Barrister and Associate in our in-house chambers 8 DAC Beachcroft Buildings (8DB), to discuss the defence of credit hire litigation; specifically intervention and making protective offers.2023-11-0113 min
LawcastAI in Healthcare – Episode 3This podcast follows our two-part series on AI / Medtech related issues that went out earlier this year. In this edition, we consider the issue of liability in the AI / Medtech context. Stuart Wallace (Senior Associate at DAC Beachcroft) is joined by Tom Lawton (Head of Clinical Artificial Intelligence at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) and Kit Fotheringham (Doctor of Philosophy at University of Bristol Law School).2023-10-0931 min
The RICS PodcastRICS: Valuation Risk and Pragmatic Steps in the Event of a Claim with Naomi Park, Legal Director at DAC Beachcroft #92When undertaking valuation, the hopes and likelihood for a legal claim made against your work are low, which means that claims can come as a shock to many professionals.Naomi Park is the Legal Director at DAC Beachcroft LLP and is well placed to offer her experience and expertise in preventing these issues arising, and pragmatic steps to take if a claim is made against you.NOTE: This podcast is created on a general basis for information only, and doesn’t constitute professional or legal advice. No liability is accepted to users or any third pa...2023-10-0256 minThe RICS PodcastRICS: Valuation Risk and Pragmatic Steps in the Event of a Claim with Naomi Park, Legal Director at DAC Beachcroft #88When undertaking valuation, the hopes and likelihood for a legal claim made against your work are low, which means that claims can come as a shock to many professionals.Naomi Park is the Legal Director at DAC Beachcroft LLP and is well placed to offer her experience and expertise in preventing these issues arising, and pragmatic steps to take if a claim is made against you.NOTE: This podcast is created on a general basis for information only, and doesn’t constitute professional or legal advice. No liability is accepted to users or any third pa...2023-09-0456 min
LawcastCredit Hire Workshop – Green Parts and RepairsWelcome to the final episode in the DAC Beachcroft credit hire podcast mini series. Over the past few weeks we have been examining the latest hot topics from our recent credit hire annual workshop.
In this episode, Helen Mason, Head of Vehicle Hire and Damage, is joined by Ieuan Poole, associate and strategic lead in our Vehicle Hire and Damage team to discuss repair strategy and the use of green parts.2023-07-1209 min
LawcastCredit Hire Workshop – PAD ApplicationsWelcome to the third episode in our DAC Beachcroft credit hire podcast mini series. Over the past few weeks we have been examining the latest hot topics from our recent credit hire annual workshop.
In this episode, Helen Mason, Head of Vehicle Hire and Damage, is joined by James Keogh, partner in our Vehicle Hire and Damage team to discuss how to successfully use PAD applications in credit hire claims.2023-07-0519 min
Cyber Insurance LeadersEp. 26 - War Exclusions Under the Microscope: A Deep Dive with DAC Beachcroft Partner Julian MillerJulian Miller was a key player in one of the most controversial changes to happen in the Lloyds market in recent years: Cyber War Exclusions.Join host Anthony Hess as he dives deep into the fascinating world of insurance policies and the war exclusion clause with Julian Miller, a Partner at DAC Beachcroft. In this episode, they explore the evolving landscape of cyber risk coverage and the challenges faced by insurers in addressing systemic risks.You'll learn:1. The historical development of war exclusions and their impact on cyber risk coverage2. The Importance...2023-06-2943 min
LawcastCredit Hire Workshop – Celtic ClaimsWelcome to the second episode in our DAC Beachcroft credit hire podcast mini series, which examines the latest hot topics from our recent credit hire annual workshop.
In this episode, Helen Mason, Head of Vehicle Hire and Damage, is joined by Kelly Sutherland, associate and credit hire lead for Scotland and Michael McLarnon, associate and credit hire lead for Northern Ireland to discuss Celtic claims.2023-06-2815 min
LawcastCredit Hire Workshop – Electric Vehicles and Fixed Recoverable CostsWelcome to the first episode of our DAC Beachcroft credit hire podcast mini series. Over the next few weeks we will be examining the latest hot topics from our recent credit hire annual workshop.
In this episode, Helen Mason, Head of Vehicle Hire and Damage, is joined by Jade Batstone, Partner in our Vehicle Hire and Damage Team, to discuss electric vehicles (EV), specifically EV intervention strategy, as well as the implementation of fixed recoverable costs in the credit hire arena.2023-06-2112 min
Wheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersWheel Life, Series 3, Episode 7: The MIB and E Scooters - learning a bit moreIn the run up to Christmas 2022 Emily Formby and Caroline Hall spoke with Paul Yaghmourian, Public Affairs Officer at the MIB, about the MIB’s role dealing with claims arising out of accidents involving illegal e scooters and discussed where next for e scooter legislation. Whilst there has been a little bit of a delay in publishing this episode, due to rumoured legislation being kicked into the long grass and the government being quiet about their next steps, there is nothing new to add to what was discussed back in December! So sit back, cast your mind back to mi...2023-05-1734 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersWheel Life, Series 3, Episode 6: A Conversation with Margaret Winchcomb of PACTSAfter a short hiatus, Emily Formby and Caroline Hall are delighted to welcome Margaret Winchcomb, Deputy Executive Director of PACTS, the Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety. Recorded on International Women’s Day they talk about Margaret’s leading research and policy work field of private e-scooters and her recommendations for future legislation. She ends by inviting us all to join the PACTS Mircomobility safety and sustainability Conference, to be held Tuesday 28 March 2023: here.UPDATE: In this episode we discuss the imminent sentencing of the 14 year old e-scooter rider arising from the death of Linda Davis...2023-03-2340 min
LawcastWhat to expect in the Vehicle Hire & Damage arena in 2023In our latest podcast Emma Fuller, Head of Motor & Casualty Market Strategy at DAC Beachcroft, is joined by her colleague Helen Mason, Head of Vehicle Hire & Damage, to discuss what to expect in the Vehicle Hire & Damage arena in 2023, the three things they think will have the biggest impact on credit hire and damage practitioners, and what we can do to ensure we are fully prepared to embrace the year ahead.2023-01-2509 min
TransUnion Business InsightsData Breach: Creating a Contingency Plan for 2023In this episode of TransUnion's Data, Strategies and Trust podcast series, Mark Read, head of data breach solutions at TransUnion UK, sits down with Ellie Ludlam, partner within the cyber and data risk team at DAC Beachcroft LLP, and Bill Flynn, senior vice president and deputy general counsel at TransUnion International, about the current data breach landscape and how businesses can best respond to 'known unknowns'.
In our e-book, Data Breach Support for Businesses, we reported that 83% of businesses say new working practices mean they fear a data breach now more than ever. With data breaches an...2023-01-1243 min
Rising Edge D&O PodcastRE #15: Employment Disputes and Risk Mitigation, Part 2Responding well to an employee claim. This is part two of our discussion on employment disputes and employment practices liability (EPL) with Louise Bloomfield, Partner and Head of EPL at DAC Beachcroft LLP, Anjali Sharma, Legal Director at DAC Beachcroft LLP, and Isabel Alvarez, Head of HR at Rising Edge.
In this second half Owen and guests discuss what happens in the event of a dispute and claim, how to handle it successfully, and a look forward to future trends.
For more information on Rising Edge to sign up for updates and new episodes of the podcast, visit: www.risingedge...2023-01-0842 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersA Quick Legal UpdateIn this episode Caroline Hall and Emily Formby have a short discussion about recent cases including Drago v LB Barnet an ongoing private e-scooter claim currently before the Courts. A short episode to pop into your Christmas Stockings, as Emily and Caroline set out what we currently know, and what might come next…*CORRECTION* the further hearing date for Drago v LB Barnet is currently listed for March 6, 2023 2022-12-2012 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersHow to find your dream SEO job in 2023Are you thinking of moving on to a different SEO role in 2023? In episode 30 of the InLinks Knowledge Panel we're exploring how to find your dream SEO job in 2023 with Katherine Nwanorue, Orit Mutznik and Paige Hobart - hosted by Dixon Jones.2022-12-1942 min
Rising Edge D&O PodcastRE #14: Employment Disputes and Risk Mitigation, Part 1In episode 14 of the Rising Edge D&O Podcast Richard and Owen are joined by three experts on employment disputes and employment practices liability (EPL).
Louise Bloomfield, Partner and Head of EPL at DAC Beachcroft LLP, Anjali Sharma, Legal Director at DAC Beachcroft LLP, and Isabel Alvarez, Head of HR at Rising Edge, discuss the common triggers for disputes, what procedures businesses need to have in place to mitigate the likelihood and ensure they are handled appropriately and where companies commonly fall short.
For more information on Rising Edge to sign up for updates and new episodes of the podcast...2022-12-1938 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersRehabilitation after Limb LossIn this episode, Emily Formby and Caroline Hall hear the compellingstory of Scott Richardson and his own pathway through amputation and rehabilitation and beyond. Now working for PACE Rehabilitation, Scott speaks of his early years as a biker – and how life has unfolded post amputation, including a turn in Star Wars as Quiggold in The Force Awakens!2022-11-3035 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersCriminal Law – an updateA follow up to the episode of Wheel Law broadcast in February 2021, in this episode Caroline Hall and Emily Formby are joined by special guest Ash Sharma, a criminal law specialist at DAC Beachcroft. Their wide ranging discussion includes reflections on the legislative attempts to create criminal offences relating to dangerous, careless or inconsiderate cycling, and the ongoing political concerns around potential new offences relating to escooters.2022-11-1027 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersE Scooters in IrelandWith legislation for E Scooters in the UK seemingly moving further into the distant future, Emily and Caroline decided to take a hop across the Irish Sea to Dublin where they speak with David Kennedy of DACB about the Irish legislation which is progressing at speed to make E Scooters legal at the start of 2023. They discover the areas which have sparked debate and hear about the differences with the UK trial schemes.*Since recording this episode the proposed Irish E Scooter legislation has passed through the final stage of Dail Eireann and is now making its...2022-10-2636 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersAn Introduction to Series 3Caroline Hall and Emily Formby are back, for series 3 of Wheel Life. In this episode they discuss their plans for the forthcoming series and chat about what has been happening over the last few months.2022-10-2012 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersThe End of Series 2. Or the Start of Series 3!Emily Formby QC and Caroline Hall wrap up the second series of Wheel Life with a look back on who and what they have chatted about and a look ahead to a third series of Wheel Life – coming in September 2022.2022-06-1411 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersFolding Helmets – an International DiscussionIn the final interview of Series 2, Wheel Life goes to the Big Apple to discuss folding helmets and cycling in New York with Jessica and Asaf of the Things that Fold blog (www.thingsthatfold.com). We discuss what we like and dislike about folding helmets, and cycling in cities in general. No endorsements in this chat, just our views for better or worse – and we chat about a few other folding surprises along the way!2022-05-2435 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersHelmets – a discussionCaroline Hall and Emily Formby QC take the time to have a discussion about helmets – particularly bike helmets – and what they can and cannot do. Often a topic of heated debate, they take a cool look at the legal controverses of helmet wearing and consider the extent to which failing to wear a helmet puts a cyclist (or other road user) at risk of contributory negligence in an accident.2022-04-1434 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersSustrans and the Built EnvironmentSpecial guest Ridhi Kalaria of Sustrans joins Emily Formby QC and Caroline Hall in this episode of Wheel Life. With a nod to International Women’s Day, they discuss cycling and the built environment and all the ways Sustrans is working to encourage the growth of cycling, walking and scooting in our daily lives. 2022-03-2435 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersHorses on our RoadsSpecial guest Alan Hiscox, Director of Safety, British Horse Society joins Emily Formby QC and Caroline Hall to discuss a sometimes overlooked vulnerable road user; the horse! With a deep dive into what the new Highway Code means for horses and carriages via safety campaigns for horses and their interaction with autonomous vehicles, this episode has it all – including a chat about strip tease on horseback and riding with the Mounties! 2022-03-0336 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersHighway Code Changes 2022 : Who Knew?Caroline Hall and Emily Formby QC discuss the recently in force changes to the Highway Code – looking at what has changed, why so few people know about the changes and what the impact may be for vulnerable road users – particularly bikes, pedestrians, horses and e-scooter riders.2022-02-1745 min
LawcastFibromyalgia – an overviewIn this episode of Lawcast, Elke de Mariassy, an Associate in our Complex Injury Team, is joined by Katie Walmsley and Ricky Parmer from our 8 DAC Beachcroft Buildings (8DB) in-house advocacy team, to discuss the symptoms and causes of Fibromyalgia, what to look out for in Fibromyalgia cases and how these cases can be managed.2022-02-0229 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersE-scooters one year on – are we any further forward?In this episode we return to the topic of E-scooters, one of Caroline Hall’s favourite topics. She and Emily Formby QC chat through what has happened in the e-scooter world in the last 12 months: they evaluate the public e-scooter trials, the boom of private e-scooters and the potential pathway of future legislation and litigation.2022-01-2731 min
LawcastVehicle Hire & Damage – 2021 ReflectionIn this podcast Emma Fuller, Head of Vehicle Hire & Damage at DAC Beachcroft, is joined by her colleague Helen Mason, Head of Vehicle Hire & Damage Fraud, to reflect on the key themes of 2021 for Vehicle Hire & Damage and discuss what is in store in 2022.2022-01-1913 min
LawcastAggression and violence in the workplace - The use of body worn cameras as a control measure and the data protection issues that ariseIn this episode of Lawcast, Emma Bowens, Partner in the Regulatory, Safety, Health and Environment team is joined by Darryn Hale, a Senior Associate at DAC Beachcroft who is a specialist in data protection issues, to discusses aggression and violence in the workplace, the use of body worn cameras as a control measure and the data protection issues that arise.2021-12-1522 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersThe Future of Transport Part 2Peter Allchorne of DACB returns to this episode of Wheel Life to update Caroline and Emily on the latest developments in automated vehicles and the future of transport. Get your head around the future of driving – or being a user of a computer on wheels -in this fascinating glimpse of next century travel.2021-12-1534 min
Rising Edge D&O PodcastRE #4: Cyber risks and exposures for directors & officersIn the fourth episode of the Rising Edge D&O Podcast, Owen Dacey, Head of Claims at Rising Edge, is joined by three expert London-based lawyers from DAC Beachcroft to explore the threats of cyber incidents to directors and officers.
Our three guests are William Allison, a Partner who leads the D&O team, Patrick Hill, Lead Partner in DAC Beachcroft’s Technology, Media, and Information team, and Will Naylor, a Senior Associate in the Global Insurance team who acts for insurers in defence disputes including D&O.
The panel discusses why cyber threats and cyber security are an important is...2021-12-0527 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersStreetspace the ReturnEmily’s colleague Daniel Kozelko returns to update us on the TAG litigation and Streetspace roll out. Considering the response of the higher courts to the challenges posed by the pandemic, we discuss the longer term effect of changing street use to vulnerable road users.2021-11-2635 min
Chancery Lane ChatsClarissa Coleman & David Speakman of Dac Beachcroft on the Changing Role of Investigations LawyersClarissa Coleman moved straight into litigation on qualifying. As well as several other positions, she spent 2 years in-house as Head of Litigation at Consensus Business Group (CBG), the property investment firm owned by businessman Vincent Tchenguiz. Today she’s a partner in the Complex Commercial Litigation and Disputes group at DAC Beachcroft’s London office.“Litigation is different. It's a different mindset. It's about clients and people and every case is different. The facts are different, the stories are different. It's constantly challenging and different and exciting.”David Speakman is a senior employment law specialist based at...2021-11-2327 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersUpdate on case law involving vulnerable road users – Part 2Emily Formby QC and Caroline Hall complete their review of recent case law by looking at cases involving motorbikes and children.2021-11-1132 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast075 How to Deal with a Property Claim with Duncan GreenwoodDuncan Greenwood is a Partner at DAC Beachcroft LLP, a global legal practice with offices across Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America focusing on insurance, health, and real estate sectors. He is a professional indemnity lawyer who has been defending claims against professionals for the last 25 years -- leading the professional property practice in the UK. Duncan has dedicated his entire career to helping surveyors with his profound understanding of the industry and regulatory frameworks around it. What is Covered: - At what stage a professional indemnity lawyer gets involved in a property claim - H...2021-11-0846 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersUpdate on case law involving vulnerable road users – Part 1Emily Formby QC and Caroline Hall return with series 2 of their Wheel Life podcast catching up on some case law from the past few months. In this episode they recap the principles of liability and consider bicycles involved in road traffic and highway claims.2021-10-2828 min
LawcastReimagining regulation to support healthcare transformationIn this latest episode of Lawcast we are joined by Ted Baker, Chief Inspector at CQC, to discuss some of the themes covered in our latest Health Adviser article 'Regulation reimagined: Supporting transformation'. Corinne Slingo, partner at DAC Beachcroft, leads the conversation with Ted Baker to examine how the CQC is currently adapting to support healthcare transformation.2021-10-0621 min
LawcastA look at food labelling and the labelling of allergensIn this latest episode of Lawcast, DAC Beachcroft's Emma Bowens, partner in the Regulatory, Safety, Health and Environment team, is joined by her colleague Rhian Greaves, a Legal Director based in our Manchester office. Together, they discuss the up-coming changes to allergen labelling requirements for some pre-packaged food, that will be introduced from 1st October 2021. They examine what is happening, why it is happening and who will be impacted.2021-09-2916 min
What Next For London?The flexible future of work with DAC BeachcroftDAC Beachcroft Senior Partner Virginia Clegg spoke to London First’s Mel Hobson and Laura Osborne on the difference between emerging short-term work patterns and the longer-term future of work and cities. Virginia shared her experience of leading an international firm through a pandemic, as well as explaining why the firm adopted its Flex Forward initiative. The future is flexible – Virginia gives her take on why.2021-09-2319 min
LawcastThe Impact of the Whiplash Reforms on Vehicle Hire & Damage Fraud ClaimsIn this latest episode of Lawcast, DAC Beachcroft experts Emma Fuller and Helen Mason look at some of the key issues raised in our latest Vehicle Hire & Damage Workshop. Primarily they examine how the predicted change in behaviours to Vehicle Damage Fraud Claims following the reforms are now being realised, and what steps can be taken now that the number of Fraud claims are on the rise.2021-09-0606 min
LawcastOur changing mental health servicesIn DAC Beachcroft's latest episode of Lawcast, we look back at the article 'A new delivery model for mental health' which was featured in our previous edition of Health Adviser magazine, and we examine what has been happening with mental health services since it was published.Fears over personal safety, the psychological impact of national lockdowns, and lingering uncertainty around job security have all fed into a new wave of wellbeing concerns. Our experts Gill Weatherill (partner) and Anna Hart (partner) discuss the impact that this is having on the mental health sector, which is now also...2021-08-1617 min
LawcastInsurance Brokers, professional indemnity claims and risk managementIn DAC Beachcroft's latest episode of Lawcast, we look at professional indemnity claims against insurance brokers and risk management measures to avoid such claims. Marcus Campbell, Head of Insurance Brokers’ E&O, and Partner, Sarah Crowther, who specialises in defending insurance brokers, speak to Stephen Mooney of idRisk, about the role of the expert witness in such cases. 2021-08-0928 min
LawcastPredicting the future for healthcare real estateIn DAC Beachcroft's latest episode of Lawcast, we cover one of the issues that we focused on in our latest edition of Health Adviser magazine, which explores how the future patient experience continues to change in response to global trends, such as technological evolution and the more immediate short term impacts of the pandemic. Stan Campbell, partner at DAC Beachcroft, is joined by his colleagues Andrea Proudlock, Legal Director, and Lesley Hughes, a Consultant and expert in all aspects of commercial property litigation.The full Health Adviser article is available online here: https://www.dacbeachcroft...2021-08-0224 min
LawcastNHS Resolution talks to DACB about the Early Notification Scheme for safer maternity careIn this latest episode of Lawcast, Ciaran Claffey, Legal Director at DAC Beachcroft is joined by Sangita Bodalia, Head of Legal (Early Notification Team) at NHS Resolution to discuss some key messages around the Early Notification Scheme, which is a key initiative to achieving safer maternity care and a key focus area for NHS Resolution. 2021-07-2611 min
LawcastA COVID-19 Legacy: WhistleblowingIn DAC Beachcroft's latest edition of Lawcast, partners Alex Lock, Udara Ranasinghe and associate Michael Horrocks discuss three main issues in relation to whistleblowing, including, the impact of increased health and safety concerns on whistleblowing, and the increase in applications for interim relief and what this means in practice on the ground for HR teams managing disclosures.2021-06-0725 min
LawcastWhite Paper, White Light: the future of system leadership in healthcareIn DAC Beachcroft's latest episode of Lawcast Mike Bell (Chair of Croydon Health Services in South London and Chair of Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals in North East London) is joined by Nnenna Osuji (currently Medical Director and Deputy Chief Executive at Croydon Health Services and Joint Clinical Lead for South West London, and soon to be Chief Executive of North Middlesex University Hospital), and Ben Morrin (Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust). He is also joined by Udara Ranasinghe, partner at DAC Beachcroft and expert in health employment law.2021-05-2841 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersEnd of Series 1, or the start of Series 2?Episode 12 marks the end of the first series of Wheel Life. Emily and Caroline take the time to reflect on what they have learnt and discussed in series 1, look forward to series 2 and highlight areas of change they predict for vulnerable road users over the next few months.2021-05-2726 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersThe Role of the Forensic Reconstruction ExpertIn this episode Mike Scott of Adduce Services talks to Caroline Hall and Emily Formby QC about the work of an accident reconstruction expert: the plus and minus of expert evidence in civil claims and how conspicuity and kindness can keep us safe on the roads.2021-05-1437 min
LawcastDNACPR decision-making - latest on getting it rightIn DAC Beachcroft's latest edition of Lawcast, Paul McGough, partner, and Jemma Gillson, Senior Associate, discuss the CQC’s recent report on ‘Do Not Attempt Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation’ (DNACPR) decisions. They examine the report’s recommendations for a more consistent, national approach to DNACPR conversations and documentation in the context of wider advance care planning, as well as an urgent need for more robust oversight of how DNACPR decisions are made.2021-05-1221 min
LawcastWhite Paper, White Light: the importance of provider collaborativesIn DAC Beachcroft's latest episode of Lawcast, Mike Bell (Chair of Croydon Health Services in South London and Chair of Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals in North East London) is joined by Ann Beasley (Chair of South West London and St George's Mental Health Trust and Vice Chair of St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust), Peter Molyneux (Chair of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust), and Hamza Drabu (Commercial Partner in DAC Beachcroft's health sector team).This is the second episode from our White Paper, White Light podcast series, and it focuses on Provider Collaboratives, wh...2021-04-3035 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersThe Cycling MayorIn this episode Emily Formby QC and Caroline Hall talk to Adam Tranter, Coventry’s Bicycle Mayor about his role and his plans for the future of transport – by bike.2021-04-2934 min
LawcastWhite Paper, White Light: the importance of place in joining up careIn DAC Beachcroft's latest episode of Lawcast, Mike Bell (Chair of Croydon Health Services in South London and Chair of Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals in North East London) is joined by a range of interesting leaders from across the health sector, including Rob Walsh (Chief Exec of North East Lincolnshire Council and North East Lincolnshire CCG) and Jonathan McShane (Integrated Care Convener at City & Hackney CCG). Mike is also joined by DAC Beachcroft's partner and legal expert in integration and health policy change and implementation, Charlotte Burnett.This is the first episode of our White...2021-04-2646 min
LawcastComparing international approaches to the COVID-19 pandemic: UK and IsraelIn DAC Beachcroft's latest episode of Lawcast, we cover one of the issues that we focused on in our latest edition of Health Adviser magazine, which compares the different national approaches to managing the COVID-19 pandemic.In this episode, Hamza Drabu, partner at DACB, speaks to Sam Cronin, Healthcare Innovation Manager at the UK Israel Tech Hub. They discuss comparisons between the Israel and UK approaches as healthcare systems continue to improvise and adapt to the challenges presented. For access to all Health Adviser articles visit: dacbeachcroft.com/health-adviser2021-04-2121 min
LawcastChanges to the Personal Injuries Guidelines in Ireland Part TwoIn DAC Beachcroft's latest episode of Lawcast, David Kennedy, Senior Associate, John Sheehy, Partner, Sheila Reidy BL and Judge Bernard Barton, discuss the new Judicial Guidelines for Personal Injuries awards in the Republic of Ireland that are set to be introduced into law on 24th April. In this second episode of a two-part series, we discuss the expected impact of the guidelines on the Irish court system and the Personal Injuries Assessment Board. We also explore the potential impact of the reforms on the insurance market in Ireland generally. 2021-04-1922 min
LawcastChanges to the Personal Injuries Guidelines in Ireland Part OneIn DAC Beachcroft's latest episode of Lawcast, David Kennedy, Senior Associate, John Sheehy, Partner, Sheila Reidy BL and Judge Bernard Barton, discuss the new Judicial Guidelines for Personal Injuries awards in the Republic of Ireland that are set to be introduced into law on 24th April. In the first episode of a two-part series, we discuss how the guidelines are set to impact personal injuries claims in Ireland and how we expect they will be implemented going forward.2021-04-1934 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersCycle InsuranceThis week’s special guest is Laurence Hunter, VP at specialist cycling insurer Laka, who joins Caroline and Emily to discuss what insurance a cyclist should have and what they may wish to take into account when considering coverage. 2021-04-1537 min
LawcastComparing international approaches to the COVID-19 pandemic: UK and USIn DAC Beachcroft's latest episode of Lawcast, we cover one of the issues that we focused on in our latest edition of Health Adviser magazine, which compares the different national approaches to managing the COVID-19 pandemic.In this episode, Hamza Drabu, partner at DACB, speaks to Chase Spurlock, CEO and Founder of Decode Health, to discuss comparisons between the US and UK approaches as healthcare systems continue to improvise and adapt to the challenges presented. For access to all Health Adviser articles visit: dacbeachcroft.com/health-adviser2021-04-1422 min
Legally Speaking PodcastCan a Barrister Become a Partner in a Law Firm? - Sahar Farooqi - S4E4Send us a text In this episode of the Legally Speaking Podcast, Robert Hanna welcomed Sahar Farooqi onto the show to find out more! Sahar is currently a Barrister and a Partner at DAC Beachcroft where he has co-founded 8 DAC Beachcroft Buildings, or 8DB, bringing the Bar into a law firm. By bringing the expertise of barristers into law firms, he's helping to provide better job security and prospects for these barristers, as well as bolstering both the service offering and revenue of law firm...2021-04-1245 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersStreetspaceIn this episode, Emily’s Chambers’ colleague, Daniel Kozelko joins us to discuss the London Streetspace scheme and issues for vulnerable road users arising from Covid road changes. 2021-04-0137 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersLiability and contributory negligence – Part 2Emily and Caroline finish their review of this area including cases involving children pedestrians, scooters and horses.2021-03-1837 min
LawcastA COVID-19 Legacy: Employment Tribunal LitigationIn DAC Beachcroft's latest episode of Lawcast, partners Alex Lock, Richard Loxley and legal director, Kate Galloway, look at the on-going disruption that the coronavirus pandemic and multiple lockdowns have caused to employment tribunal litigation. The issues they discuss include the number of claims issued and disposed of during the pandemic and where that leaves the system as society starts to unlock, remote tribunals and how COVID-19 has changed the litigation dynamic.2021-03-1521 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersLiability and contributory negligence – Part 1Emily and Caroline scratch the surface of civil case law involving cyclists, pedestrians and other vulnerable road users.2021-03-0439 min
LawcastA COVID-19 Legacy: PensionsIn this episode of Lawcast, DAC Beachcroft's experts in Employment law look at some of the pension issues arising as part of the legacy of COVID-19. Alex Lock (Head of Employment), Neil Bhan and Rebecca Smith discuss the issues around pension contribution and salary sacrifice, pension-related redundancy issues and pension issues which may arise as a result of an employee’s unfortunate death in service.2021-03-0122 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersCycling and the criminal lawThis episode Caroline and Emily discuss whether there needs to be an update to the criminal law as it applies to cyclists, along with how it might apply to e scooter riders in due course, and explore causing bodily harm by wanton or furious driving or other misconduct contrary to S35 Offences Against the Person Act 1861.2021-02-1929 min
LawcastCovid-19: the rise of digital healthcareIn DAC Beachcroft's latest podcast, our health sector expert, Hamza Drabu, seeks the views and insights of three industry experts - Anna King (Commercial Director at Health Innovation Network), Lesley Soden (Programme Director at Health Innovation Network), and Chris Thomas (Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for Public Policy Research). Together, they discuss the emergence and adoption of new digital healthcare solutions as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. These new digital solutions were designed to ease pressure on health services and many of them are cutting-edge. However, the challenge now is to identify technologies with real...2021-02-1720 min
LawcastA COVID-19 Legacy: Redundancies and ReorganisationsIn DAC Beachcroft's latest episode of Lawcast, employment experts Alex Lock, Georgina Rowley and Rose Jakeman, discuss some of the issues around redundancies and reorganisations as part of the legacy of Covid-19. Three key issues up for discussion in this podcast include: when can a redundancy be triggered? What are the practical impacts of Covid-19 on the redundancy process? And, what legacy will the pandemic leave on the redundancy process?2021-02-1518 min
LawcastEmbedding remote working in IrelandIn DAC Beachcroft's latest episode of Lawcast Partner Barry Reynolds talks to Senior Associate Aisling Parkinson about remote working in Ireland. Together they discuss government plans to embed remote working as a sustainable model, and the risks arising from remote working. This episode is the second in a two part GC ‘Get Connected’ series aimed at General Counsels and other senior decision makers in Ireland.2021-02-1015 min
LawcastWhat lies ahead for the Mental Health Act?In DAC Beachcroft’s latest episode of Lawcast, Paul McGough and Helen Kingston discuss the government’s White Paper proposals for Mental Health Act reform, focusing on some of the stand-out elements of the proposals and their potential practical impact, to assist mental health practitioners and provider organisations as they consider their response to the consultation.2021-02-0823 min
LawcastLegal Professional PrivilegeIn this episode of Lawcast Partner Rowena McCormack talks to Senior Associate Julie-Anne Binchy about legal professional privilege. Together they discuss how legal professional privilege works and how it can be used. This episode is the first in a two part GC ‘Get Connected’ series aimed at General Counsels and other senior decision makers in Ireland.2021-02-0310 min
LawcastThe COVID-19 Legacy: Flexible WorkingIn this first episode of our ‘COVID-19 Legacy’ Lawcast series Partners Alex Lock, Deborah Hely and Legal Director Ceri Fuller, discuss some of the Employment issues around homeworking and flexible working. Together, they discuss three main issues including the current working from home issues employers are grappling with, how to handle flexible working requests now working from home is the new normal and planning for the future.2021-02-0220 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersBike Maintenance and Roadworthiness of CyclesJoined in this episode by Nick Brown, the CEO of Havebike, to discuss all things bike maintenance, Caroline Hall and Emily Formby explore the “M shape” bike maintenance check list and chat about electric bikes, cycle hire schemes and bike maintenance in the workplace2021-02-0229 min
LawcastA Culture of Care An Essential Ingredient in Developing a Healthy BusinessIn this episode of Lawcast, our Head of Regulatory claims, Sally Roff, is joined by Kevin Hard, director of Inspiration-all ltd, to discuss the importance of leadership and managing change to develop a healthy business, particularly during the global pandemic.2021-01-2816 min
A Half Dozen Things Podcast by Pete RushmerRoad Safety Special Part 2 with Andrew Drewary and Charlotte Le Maire | AHDT S1#42This week Pete speaks to Andrew Drewary from Road Safety Smart and Charlotte Le Maire of Solictors DAC Beachcroft. Discussing all things for road safety and fleet operators, not to be missed.
How do you improve Road Safety in your business?
What happens when there is a collision?
How do you protect yourself and your business?
This is the 2nd in a 2 part series and also discusses the DAC Beachcroft Resilience offer too.
2021-01-2242 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersHighway Claims and the State of our RoadsAccidents on the highway are a distinct branch of claims that can give rise to difficult issues. Emily Formby and Caroline Hall discuss the basis of such claims and some of the pitfalls claimants and defendants need to be aware of when facing such claims.2021-01-1929 minA Half Dozen Things Podcast by Pete RushmerRoad Safety Special Part 1 with Andrew Drewary and Charlotte Le Maire | AHDT S1#41This week Pete speaks to Andrew Drewary from Road Safety Smart and Charlotte Le Maire of Solictors DAC Beachcroft. Discussing all things for road safety and fleet operators, not to be missed.
How do you improve Road Safety in your business?
What happens when their is a collision?
How do you protect yourself and your business?
2021-01-1541 min
LawcastThe Future of Vehicle Operator Licences and Environmental Waste RegulationIn this episode of Lawcast, Chris Baranowski, Partner in the Regulatory, Safety, Health and Environment team at DAC Beachcroft is joined by Ian Manners, Head of Environmental Regulatory to discuss the key topics highlighted at this year’s regulatory conference; including vehicle operator licences and environmental waste regulation.2021-01-1311 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersE-Scooters, Micro-Mobility and the Future of TransportEmily Formby and Caroline Hall are joined by DAC Beachcroft colleague Peter Allchorne. In this episode Peter joins Caroline and Emily as they explore some of the present and anticipated issues surrounding E-scooters and alternate forms of transport now and in the future2021-01-0528 minWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road usersWheel Life: Legal reflections on vulnerable road users - an introductionIf you have an interest in cycling, the law, vulnerable road users or just a friendly bike related chat then join Caroline Hall of DAC Beachcroft Claims Limited and Emily Formby of 39 Essex Chambers – two lawyers and friends who here introduce the aim of their new podcast series Wheel Life.2020-12-2227 min
Apprentice TalksS2 E6: Careers you can break into through an apprenticeshipWe're sometimes told that apprenticeships are only for those who wish to be plumbers and hairdressers, the reality is that couldn't be further from the truth. There are currently 739 approved apprenticeship standards being delivered!
This week we hear from Maia, a Level 7 Solicitor Apprentice working at DAC Beachcroft, and Emma, a Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprentice, who works as a Software Engineer at Thales. We discuss some of the exciting things they get up to within their roles and give you some tips and insights into how to break into similar roles.2020-11-1300 min
Global ThinkingCyber Crisis Preparedness in a Remote Working WorldIn our latest episode our host Dominic Laurie is joined by David Emm, Principal Security Researcher at Kaspersky Labs, Hans Allnut, Partner at DAC Beachcroft, Raf Sanchez, International Breach Response Manager at Beazley and Kekst CNC partner Ben Curson, who share their take on the changing landscape of cyber security.
COVID-19 has displaced workforces and offices. The ever-changing environment, rife with fear, continues to create the ‘perfect storm’ for the cyber criminals poised to strike. In this episode our guests discuss the vulnerabilities that have been exposed by remote working, now many are operating without the su...2020-08-0416 min
Inclusive Leaders & CEO Impact Podcast by DIAL Global“Some people are genuinely impressive leaders and you can see the impact it has on teams”: Philip Harman - Partner at DAC Beachcroft LLPPhilip HarmanLeila is joined by Philip Harman - Partner at DAC Beachcroft LLP.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT· Phil’s own individual journey and progression in the world of employment law· How he balances the intellectual and people-focused aspects of his role, particularly in board level case work· The impact of the Equality Act on employer organisations and individual employees· The key lawyer skills and attributes that are also useful to other organisations/professions in order to balance ethics and wider...2020-07-2145 min
The Brightmine Podcast (UK)Consulting collectively with a remote workforceNick Chronias, partner at DAC Beachcroft, guides you through the legal and practical considerations of running a collective consultation process with a remote workforce.2020-06-0230 min
Digital Health UnpluggedDigital Health Unplugged: Data and accountability in the NHSJoin host and senior reporter Andrea Downey, alongside Hamza Drabu, commercial law partner at health and social care law firm DAC Beachcroft; Darryn Hale, senior associate, DAC Beachcroft; and Phil Booth, coordinator, privacy group medConfidential, as they discuss concerns around using patient data to trace corornavirus and the steps the NHS needs to take to ensure privacy.
2020-05-0536 minThe Brightmine Podcast (UK)Social media misconductNick Chronias, partner at DAC Beachcroft LLP, joins us to share his guidance on when you can take issue with an employee's use of social media, and the benefits of having a social media policy that reflects the needs and culture of your organisation.2019-11-1217 min
The Interesting Health & Safety PodcastNext Generation Health & Safety! With Ian Manners of DAC Beachcroft Pt.2Colin is in conversation with Health and Safety specialist, Ian Manners, of DAC Beachcroft, a lawyer who has been hailed by Legal 500 as the Next Generation Health & Safety Lawyer in the South West in both the 2017 and 2018 editions. In the second part of Colin’s interview with Ian, the discussion turns to Ian’s ingenious method of risk assessment, the effect of culture upon health and safety, and the value of internal networking. KEY TAKEAWAYS Mock trials, devised by Ian, have driven engagement within his team, and have allowed for a different perspective on risk...2019-11-0434 minThe Interesting Health & Safety PodcastNext Generation Health & Safety! With Ian Manners of DAC Beachcroft Pt.1Colin is in conversation with Health and Safety specialist, Ian Manners, of DAC Beachcroft, a lawyer who has been hailed by Legal 500 as the Next Generation Health & Safety Lawyer in the South West in both the 2017 and 2018 editions. In the first part of their fascinating conversation, Ian discusses the ways to drive culture change in business, the responsibilities of directors when it comes to health and safety, the evolution of risk assessment, and the importance of due diligence. KEY TAKEAWAYS A flexible working environment goes a long way in creating a positive culture in t...2019-10-2833 min
The Journal PodcastCivil Liability Act, with David JohnsonIn this episode of CII Radio, we talk to David Johnson, partner at DAC Beachcroft, about the Civil Liability Act.
David is a catastrophic personal injury lawyer. He specialises in assisting insurance clients in defending high value personal injury claims.
The Civil Liability Act came into force in December 2018, but only part of it came straight into force, with other parts of the reforms still to be finalised. So there's still much we don't know about how the Act and related reforms will be implemented.
The Act covers several areas, including the discount rate, whiplash reforms, and cost savings.
To...2019-07-2435 min
The REWIRE podcastA new work orderIn this latest episode of EG’s REWIRE podcast, host Samantha McClary talks with Virginia Clegg, senior partner at DAC Beachcroft, Valeria Segovia, principal and design director at Gensler, Louise Kennison, head of people development and engagement at Swan Housing Group and Matt Reed, head of retail asset management at British Land about how business needs to be flexible and inclusive if it is to deliver the new work order.
We talk about making workplaces functional for the wide range of workers and working attitudes that are now prevalent, how to create places that help rather than hinder...2019-06-2636 min
The Cannabis Conversation | Medical Cannabis | CBD | HempEPISODE #17 Legal and market update with Jonathan Deverill from DAC BeachcroftIn this episode, we speak to Jonathan Deverill, corporate partner at DAC Beachcroft. We discuss the Novel Food Regulations affecting the CBD sector, and the Proceeds of Crime Act affecting international investors. We also look ahead to European Cannabis Week 2019 taking place in London.Find out more about DAC Beachcroft - https://www.dacbeachcroft.com/Find out more about Europe CBD Expo - https://www.ecwevents.com/→ View full show notes, and summary here: https://www.canverse.global/shownotes/0rgvnj1etqr876r1n57gl6ms6cfxu22019-06-1929 min