The Court of Appeal has usefully confirmed the validity of a Part 36 offer (Offer) made by a defendant which: Covered the claim and an as-yet unpleaded counterclaim. Provided for interest to accrue at 8% per annum post-expiry of the Relevant Period. The claimant/appellant relied on Hertel …
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Fixed costs: construction of “exceptional circumstances” escape route in CPR 45.29J (High Court)
In a costs-related appeal, Stewart J has considered the proper construction of the "exceptional circumstances" provision in CPR 45.29J, which offers a potential escape route from fixed costs for claims which exit the RTA or EL/PL Protocols. Here, the claim had exited the RTA Protocol. The lower …
Crucial Changes to Employment Law in 2019
From widespread claims of workplace sexual harassment to gender pay gap reporting, 2018 represented a busy year in Employment Law. Although employers may hope for a quieter 2019, amid the ongoing uncertainty of Brexit, it is appears likely that there will be a number of issues and changes …