Insights: Announcements

Andrew Adams free after 14 years

15 Sep 2016

The Court of Appeal today quashed the conviction of Andrew Adams who was freed after serving more than 14 years in jail for the murder of Jack Royal in Newcastle on 19th March 1990.
Ben Rose,…

Miscarriage of Justice Ruling ‘Defies Common Sense’

15 Sep 2016

The Court of Appeal today agreed with Jack Straw, the Justice Secretary, that Andrew Adams did not suffer a ‘miscarriage of justice’ and so has no right to be compensated for spending 14 years in…

CPS to prosecute firearms officer who shot Azelle Rodney for murder

15 Sep 2016

INQUEST press release regarding a case being conducted by Hickman and Rose and counsel from Garden Court Chambers and Doughty Street Chambers.

CPS TO PROSECUTE FIREARMS OFFICER WHO SHOT AZELLE RODNEY…

IPCC refers Duncan Tomlin investigation to the CPS

15 Sep 2016

Response from Paul Tomlin, Duncan’s father

Today, the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) announced it has concluded its investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of…

Dr Ramnath to be Extradited

15 Sep 2016

CPS Seeking Extradition of Doctor From USA

Ben Rose acts for anaesthetist Dr Priya Ramnath who faces extradition from the US to Britain on a charge of involuntary manslaughter. The allegation arises…

IPCC must widen scope of independent investigation of police

15 Sep 2016

The Court of Appeal today rejected an appeal by the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) against a ruling in May by Mr Justice Collins which required the IPCC to independently investigate…

Jane Hickman appointed as LSC Commissioner

15 Sep 2016

Hickman & Rose partner Jane Hickman has been appointed by the Lord Chancellor to the post Commissioner on the Legal Services Commission for a period of 3 years from 1 June 2007.
Jane says “I have…

Campaigners win declaration and compensation in significant freedom to protest case

15 Sep 2016

A group of animal rights campaigners have had their right to freedom of speech vindicated following successful legal action against Lancashire Constabulary.

The legal action, which has just…

Five Sussex officers face criminal investigation

15 Sep 2016

Today, the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) announced that five police officers have been notified that their conduct is now under criminal investigation as part of its inquiry into…

High Court dismisses personal injury claim against Maksim Bakiyev relating to attempted murder of Sean Daley

15 Sep 2016

Today a personal injury claim brought against the son of the former President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Mr Maksim Bakiyev, by British businessman Mr Sean Daley was dismissed at the High Court of Justice…