Author: LEXLAW Solicitors & Barristers

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Bringing Professional Negligence Claims: McClean and Others v Thornhill

The case of McClean and Others v Thornhill sheds light on how those providing advice may now protect themselves based on the technicalities of a disclaimer. Multiple investors…

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How are the Courts dealing with COVID-related rental arrears?

The pandemic has resulted in revenue shortages and subsequent problems in meeting obligations, including the payment of rents and ancillary costs. We answer what options are available to tenants who are unable to meet rental payments.

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Breaches of court rules on expert advice not tolerated

Expert evidence is important and can help prove a claim or disprove allegations, especially where the case involves matters on which the court does not have the requisite technical or academic knowledge, or the case involves issues of foreign law. Unlike witnesses of fact, a qualified expert is permitted to give opinion evidence on any relevant matter.

High Court provides reminder of the strict rules on valid service of the Claim Form

High Court rejects retrospective (one day) extension of time for service of the sealed Claim Form. The Claimant has a potential professional negligence claim against its’ solicitors.

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Client Case Study: Moskalev wins against Yanishevskiy for improper Statutory Demand

The Respondent to an application to set aside a statutory demand must bear the costs of the application, even if they withdrew the demand shortly after the application was filed.

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Peril of leaving (ineffective) service of litigation claim form to the last minute

Summary of the Court of Appeal judgment in case of Woodward & anor. v Phoenix Healthcare Distribution Limited in which Lexlaw represented the Appellants in place of their former solicitors, Collyer Bristow.

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Data Protection Act (DPA) Subject Access Request (SAR) to Obtain Personal Data Held by RBS GRG, Promontory, Mazars, the FCA and the BBC

In 2014, Promontory Financial Group and Mazars were appointed by the FCA to prepare an independent skilled persons report into RBS Global Restructuring Group’s conduct, which was produced…

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The Lawyer: ‘Charity gains ground in RBS and NatWest mis-selling claim’

Our client, the charity Wenta has gained ground in its claim against NatWest/RBS over the mis-selling of a derivative (IRHP). Wenta alleges the banks breached contractual, tortious, statutory, and fiduciary duties, causing financial loss. The case involves disputes over suitability, disclosure, and a flawed and unfair review process by the banks. Disclosure battles have forced the banks to reveal key sales training manuals and review materials. Litigation continues with trial or secret settlement expected soon.