Tag: COVID-19

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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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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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Business Interruption Insurance: Proving Presence of Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Does your insurance policy provide coverage for business interruption as a result of the pandemic? The quickest way to find out is to send our Business Interruption Insurance solicitors your policy and book an advice meeting with our Solicitors and Barristers.

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London Creperie’s arguments tossed aside as summary judgment awarded in business interruption insurance claim

In TKC London Ltd v Allianz Insurance plc [2020] EWHC 2710, the Commercial Court considered a company and its insurer’s arguments on policy wording relating to business interruption following losses arising from COVID-19 closures, awarding summary judgment in favour of the insurer.

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COVID-19: Suspension of liability for wrongful trading ended on 30 September 2020

The Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act (“CIGA”) came into force on 26 June 2020 introducing a number of reforms aimed at providing protection to directors and companies in financial distress,…

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FCA’s Business Interruption Insurance test case heading to the Supreme Court

Given the complexity of business interruption claims and the legal uncertainty surrounding their enforcement, it is is essential that you seek expert legal advice early in order to prepare your Business Interruption Insurance claim.

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Expert Witnesses: Guidance on giving remote evidence

There are, as a result of coronavirus restrictions, bound to be many more remote and virtual hearings as courts, tribunals and other forms of dispute resolution adapt to appropriate new ways of working. The guidance sets out the best ways to prepare for hearings proceeding remotely.

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Residential Possession cases resume on 20 September 2020

The moratorium on residential evictions comes to an end next week. New guidance is out on how landlords can issue County Court possession proceedings on tenants who have unpaid rent. However commercial tenants are protected from eviction until the end of 2020.