Chloe Hay

What the High Court Decision Means for Online Marketplaces

What the High Court  Decision Means for  Online Marketplaces

The High Court has dismissed Shein’s copyright infringement claims against its online fast-fashion rival, Temu, in a decision which limits the circumstances in which online marketplaces may be liable for copyright infringement. As Alec Cameron, IP Partner and Head of IP Disputes, and Chloe Hay, Trainee Solicitor in the Disputes and IP Disputes team, explore below.

Renters’ Rights Act: What You Need to Know

Renters’ Rights Act: What You Need to Know

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025, which received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025 and will take effect from 1 May 2026, represents the most significant reform to the private rental sector since the Housing Act 1988. The Act aims to deliver long-overdue changes, giving tenants greater security and freedom to leave substandard properties, and raising standards across the board.