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High Court: Unreasonable refusal to ADR does not attract an order for costs on an indemnity basis

In the case of Richards & Anor v Speechly Bircham LLP & Anor (Consequential Maters) [2002] EWCH 1512 (Comm) HHJ Russen QC (sitting as a judge of the…

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Ulster Bank DAC and Ors v McDonagh and Ors: CA Holds That Civil Liability Act 1961 Inapplicable To Debt Recovery Cases

In the recent case of Ulster Bank DAC and Ors v McDonagh and Ors, the Court of Appeal confirmed that, as debt recovery cases are not considered actions for “damages”, the Civil Liability Act 1961 (CLA) does not apply to them.

Lexlaw v Zuberi – Agreed Public Statement on Settlement of Landmark DBA Litigation

Whilst this litigation produced the leading judgment of the Court of Appeal on DBAs the case itself was not resolved by trial of the preliminary issue. The parties have now amicably settled the matter.

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Post-COVID: Restrictions on Winding-up Petitions Lifted

The pandemic saw numerous restrictions being imposed on winding-up petitions. These restrictions were lifted on the 1st of April 2022. If you are a creditor who has been unable to recover outstanding debts throughout the pandemic, our team of specialist debt recovery solicitors and barristers can assist you in making the most out of these recent changes.

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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…