All Civil Litigation articles
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FeatureLibrary FAQ: Why might I need to use a Beddoe application or order?
The Law Society’s Library team explains where to find commentary sources and precedents for Beddoe applications and orders.
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News
Fees reduced in civil and family courts
The Ministry of Justice has announced a reduction in court and probate fees in civil and family courts from 3 August 2020.
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Wearing a mask in English courts and tribunals
From Monday 27 July, HMCTS is asking all court and tribunal users to wear a face covering in the public areas of its buildings in England.
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Online court pilots and COVID-19 – the catalyst for further momentum?
John Cuss reviews how the coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown has accelerated reform in the courts, and asks whether – without proper consultation – there’s a risk of access to justice being left behind?
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On your feet: Making your way as a solicitor advocate
Many litigators choose to apply for higher rights of audience, which give you the same rights to appear and conduct proceedings in court as a barrister. What does the process involve, and how can the qualification help in day-to-day litigation work?
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HMRC delays DAC-6 reporting deadlines
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has confirmed that the UK is taking up an optional six-month deferral to the DAC-6 reporting requirements.
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Lloyd v Google – the future of representative actions for data protection breaches
Dr John Sorabji from Nine St John Street Chambers looks at Lloyd v Google LLC [2019] EWCA Civ 1599, a decision which may lead to a new approach to class action litigation – if upheld by the Supreme Court.
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Solicitors’ Indemnity Fund extended until 2021
Plans to close the Solicitors Indemnity Fund (SIF) have been pushed back by one year until September 2021. This may leave former principles of law firms liable for future claims. Make sure you’re prepared.
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Spring conference – the highlights
The Civil Litigation Section spring conference took place as a series of webinars from 24 to 26 May. Members of the committee offer their key takeaways from the sessions.
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Whiplash diagnosis allowed by video link – for now
Video medical examinations for whiplash cases will continue to be allowed, despite the UK continuing to emerge slowly out of lockdown.
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Report: coronavirus’ impact on civil court users
On 5 June, the Civil Justice Council (CJC) published its report on the impact of coronavius (COVID-19) on civil court users.
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Excellence Awards 2020 to be hosted online
This year’s Law Society Excellence Awards will be going ahead as a series of online events.
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Group litigation: Managing collective actions
The High Court has emphasised the need for a robust approach to case management as collective actions continue to grow. Stuart Pickford, James Whitaker, Miles Robinson and Warsha Kalé look at a recent case.
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Free access to online secure portal for Law Society members
Our partner Safelink is offering free access to its online legal platform for Law Society members during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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CJEU confirms insured parties’ right to choose lawyer for mediation
A person using legal expenses insurance (LEI) has the right under EU law to choose their own lawyer for mediation proceedings, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has ruled.
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Assessing and managing coronavirus in court buildings
HM Courts Tribunal Service (HMCTS) has published an organisational risk assessment and an assessment tool , which will enable it to regularly review the safety of its buildings.
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Protocol for virtual statutory declarations
To support solicitors during the coronavirus pandemic, the Law Society has reproduced Lexis Nexis’s protocol for virtual statutory declarations. The protocol covers: the Temporary Insolvency Practice Direction (April 2020) the process for making a statutory declaration by video conference payment. Read the ...
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Practical tips for litigators working from home
Mark Banks and Kristian Bagger suggest some workarounds for litigators working from home, including those without a printer or a scanner to hand.
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It’s not your (de)fault
Or is it? James Perry looks at an update to the rules on default judgments that may trip up the unsuspecting claimant litigator.
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Event
Webinar: Part 36 update (OnDemand)
Professor Dominic Regan will guide you through the latest decisions on Part 36 in our first spring conference webinar.
