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Case review 04/20/2021
The Court of Appeal decision in Morley (t/x Morley Estates) v Royal Bank of Scotland Plc [11.03.21] considered whether a borrower had been subjected to economic duress or intimidation during negotiations with Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) to restructure a loan.
Article 04/20/2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has driven us all towards more use of and reliance upon technology for reasons of remoteness from one another, and generating efficiency in tougher times. This upwards trend includes an increase in the number of businesses seeking to make better use of the data within their businesses via artificial intelligence technologies.
Article 04/19/2021
A roundup of recent court decisions in relation to ‘sleep in’ care workers; remote assessments under the Mental Health Act; medical treatment for Gillick competent children and those under the age of 18; and the operation of Part 36.
Article 04/19/2021
A summary of key developments including an imminent change to the Northern Ireland discount rate; proposals to deliver a modern mental health service and greater integration of health and social care; the impact of vaccination on various sectors; calls for pre-action protocols in clinical negligence claims in Ireland; solicitors’ guideline hourly rates; and Costs Budgets.
Article 04/14/2021
A roundup of recent court decisions raising issues relating to ‘lost years’ claims, guidance on the JC Guidelines, and the latest CPR updates.
Article 04/13/2021
It has been more than 12 months since the first national lockdown began. With the roadmap out of lockdown set, we reflect on 2020 and consider what lies ahead in 2021 and beyond.
Case review 04/12/2021
Ford v Seymour-Williams [19.02.21] saw a success for the defendant in the High Court in a case centred on the Animals Act 1971 (the Act).
Article 04/12/2021
Witness statements are a hot topic of discussion and debate. They often come under judicial fire for being ‘over-lawyered’ and are frequently accused of arguing a claim as opposed to recording the witnesses own recollection.
Article 04/12/2021
Whilst remote trials have helped ensure the court system continues during the COVID-19 pandemic, they can present certain challenges and pitfalls.
Blog 04/09/2021
The new rules allow an insurer 30 working days to make a decision regarding liability. If no decision is forthcoming they are deemed to admit liability and where liability is denied in part or in full they will need to provide their policyholder’s version of events. This must set out exactly why liability is disputed and must be supported by a statement of truth.
