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Read this article for some interesting thoughts on Access to Justice in the U.K.   Access…

A part 36 offer is not “some form of trump card” which overrides previous court orders, a High Court judge has made clear. It was not for a judge to grant relief from sanctions so a part 36 offer could be accepted, “thwarting the purpose and effect” of the order.

We see Patisserie Valerie shareholders are considering a group action claim after the upmarket bakery came close to collapse over alleged accounting irregularities. This article from the Law Gazette provides a good overview of the situation as it stands

After the Event Insurance (ATE) can be a powerful weapon to have in a litigation scenario. At first glance, clients can find the cost of the premiums to be fairly substantial and could be tempted to continue without a policy. The premium however can often be deferred until the end of your case and made payable only if your case is a success. Here are what we believe to be the main benefits of taking out an ATE policy.