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Photo by RDNE Stock project via Pexels Automatism as a Defence in English Criminal Law: Sane, Insane and Self-Induced In criminal proceedings, the automatism defence represents a critical intersection of medicine and law. For solicitors handling cases involving alleged involuntary conduct, understanding the clinical frameworks underpinning automatism is essential. The distinction between sane automatism, insane…

Photo by Vitaly Gariev via Pexels Fresh Claims in Asylum and Immigration: Paragraph 353 and Psychiatric Evidence In asylum and immigration litigation, the concept of a “fresh claim” under Paragraph 353 of the Immigration Rules presents a critical juncture where psychiatric expert evidence can determine the outcome of an application. For legal practitioners, understanding the…