September
Scotland Update
An update on forthcoming cases, consultations, legislation and key developments to look out for.
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Fundamental dishonesty goes beyond claims in the fast track
Although there are many reports of a finding of fundamental dishonesty in whiplash cases, they are only now starting to emerge in larger claims. Sunil Nannar looks at the judgment in one such case,…
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Jackson in Action - case law
In our regular monthly round up of cases we look at the effects of the changes to the Civil Procedure Rules under the Jackson Reforms:
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Ships in the Night – A Cautionary Tale
Laurie Clay and Sheona Wood review the recent Technology and Construction Court decision in Bank of Ireland v Watts Group PLC [2017] EWHC 1667 (TCC) concerning the duty of care owed by a quantity…
Read moreLooking ahead
An update on forthcoming cases, consultations, legislation and key developments to look out for.
Read moreThe 14th edition of the Judicial College Guidelines shows that a further increased inflationary effect on damages is likely while the Civil Liability Bill is still awaited
The 14th edition of these guidelines, previously known as Judicial Studies Board Guidelines has now been published. What do they show us about future likely damages trends?
Read moreAugust's Claims Portal data release shows increasing claims numbers though trends remain negative, while 14th Judicial College Guidelines point to further damages inflation ahead
The release by Claims Portal of their MI for August allows an updated assessment to take place of latest claims trends.
Read moreDiscount Rate proposals – certainty and fairness for all?
The decision in February to cut the discount rate to minus 0.75%, after 16 years without a review, plunged the insurance industry and personal injury lawyers into turmoil. This was alleviated slightly…
Read moreDiscount rate alert: government announces change to the way the rate is calculated
Following an announcement to the London Stock Exchange this morning the MoJ has now published its response to the discount rate consultation along with draft legislation.
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