Listed below are links to our newsletters and other published press articles which may prove useful. If you would like to discuss any of the issues covered by the following articles, then please don’t hesitate to contact the relevant author. If you would like to be included on the circulation list of our quarterly newsletter please just contact us.

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The future of funding for commercial disputes or…the CFA cometh” by Greg Lacey
We consider the impending increase in CFAs in commercial disputes, and the scope for accountancy input in this regard.

The noose tightens around reckless directors” by Phil Southall
A look at directors’ fiduciary duties and particularly those of finance directors; a common theme in both fraud and negligence cases we are currently dealing with.

Presumed criminal – a brief overview of confiscation orders” by Simon Paley
It appears that the Crown is consistently defying logic and common sense and applying an approach that serves to duplicate assessed benefits.

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Falling business values – is it the right time to litigate?” by Phil Southall
Our thoughts on the impact of the current economic woes on business valuations, and in particular what that means from a litigant’s perspective.

Accountants to blame for the credit crunch?...fair do’s” by Greg Lacey
A critical assessment of the role played by fair value accounting in the current credit crisis.

Season’s Greetings – oh no – it’s an audit letter” by Simon Paley
An article explaining the accounting requirements for disclosure of litigation liabilities in a company’s year end accounts.

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Commercial Agents Regulations: Lonsdale, the agent for change” by Phil Southall
The implications of the Lonsdale ruling on the compensation payable following the termination of a commercial agency contract.

Pension losses – it’s all Greek to me! Part III
In our final article in the series on pension losses we consider defined benefit schemes.

You Never Give Me Your Money. So You Can’t Have Any of Mine” by Simon Paley
Our thoughts on accounting involvement in matrimonial disputes following the Mills and McCartney ruling, in particular regarding the issue of assessing financial need in divorce cases.

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Crunching after the credit crunch” by Simon Paley
An article exploring the scope for opportunities following the credit crunch and predicted economic slowdown.

Sale and purchase agreements – pre deal reviews” by Simon Paley
A summary of how forensic accountants can add value in reviewing SPA agreements before the deal is done.

Pension losses – it’s all Greek to me! Part II” by Phil Southall
An explanation of how to calculate losses for defined contribution pension schemes.

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Business interruption – the steps you should take to bring a successful claim” by Phil Southall
A checklist of practical steps that a business should take following an interrupting event.

Evidence Evidence Evidence” by Greg Lacey
Following an interrupting event there are a number of key financial decisions facing a business. This article summarises typical issues that arise, the decisions that need to be made and the evidence that needs to be retained. (Also published in The Grocery Trader, December 2006.)

Pension losses – it’s all Greek to me!” by Greg Lacey
In the first of a three part series we take a look at various pension schemes, and how loss claims will differ depending on which scheme you are considering.

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Why Carlos Tevez has cost Sheffield United more than he cost West Ham…” by Greg Lacey
A forensic accountant’s perspective on the true cost to both clubs!

Mediation and the “f” word” by Phil Southall
The implications for both parties when settling disputes where there are allegations of fraud.

Beware the soft underbelly” by Greg Lacey
An article summarising the value of an expert accountant when investigating fraud. (Also published on the North West Fraud Forum website and in Post Magazine, May 2007.)

Other Articles

pdf"Traders could sting HMRC for lost profits"167.76 KB by Greg Lacey
An article discussing withheld VAT repayments and how mobile phone traders might fight back. (Published in Mobile News, October 2006).