WHO BEARS THE COSTS OF THE COSTS WAR?
The Law Society is claiming victory in its fight to restrict the right of judges to replace lawyers who cause excessive delays to very high cost cases (VHCC) in England and Wales
Karim Ghaly and Victoria Butler-Cole look at the fixed costs regime for low value motor claims
The Law Society is threatening legal action against the Legal Services Commission (LSC) over its plans to introduce tendering for very high cost cases (VHCCs).
Computer deficiencies, not justice, explain the decision to impose surcharges in magistrates' courts, says Paul Firth
Post Aerospace, companies can recover the costs of managing a crisis. James Levy reports
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A hike in court fees would encourage more mediation in costs disputes, reports William Gibson
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Issues of costs overshadow any litigation. Richard Harrison identifies some specific areas where the assessment system might be reformed
Forum of Insurance Lawyers elects president for 2026
Partner joinslabour and employment practice in London
Real estate dispute resolution team welcomes newly qualified solicitor