The costs budgeting sanctions imposed on Andrew Mitchell MP in his libel action against The Sun newspaper over “plebgate” has leapfrogged to the Court of Appeal.
Tom Bell debates the pros & cons of disapplying CPR 36.14
Julian Miller & Dan Silver report on potential adverse costs liabilities in group litigation
A landmark Court of Appeal costs case "gives litigants carte blanche to ignore the new rules", costs lawyers and defendant lawyers have said.
David di Mambro provides a masterclass in Part 36
Government postpones controversial plans to extend Road Traffic Accident portal scheme
New CPR 31.5A looks set to shake up the disclosure process in England & Wales, reports Garry Bernstein
Bill Gibson emphasises the importance of file maintenance to costs recovery
Charlie Clarke-Jervoise explores the brave new world of costs management
Clive Thomas emphasises the importance of the careful drafting of Pt 36 offers
Corporate and commercial teams in Cardiff boosted by dual partner hire
London hires to lead UK launch of international finance team
Firm marks start of year with firmwide promotions round