In recent years the Government has applied a great deal of focus to the whole question of the funding of the civil litigation system and the ability of litigating parties to recover costs against opponents.
Continue ReadingFunders gearing up to deal with the avalanche of broker commission claims in motor finance cases will likely be aware of a recent stream of negative decisions coming from the higher Courts on matters including the relevant limitation period for bringing claims, but there is some welcome news in a recent County Court decision on one of the key issues.
Continue ReadingOur last Briefing contained a detailed analysis of the decision of the commercial Court judge in Last Bus Ltd (trading as Dublin Coach) v Dawsongroup Bus and Coach Ltd which resulted in a welcome and somewhat rare victory for a funder in upholding an exclusion clause in a Hire Purchase Agreement.
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The Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) is a recognised quality standard for firms offering residential conveyancing services. The scheme is the most widely recognised form of conveyancing accreditation and acts as a quality assurance mark.
Bermans is delighted to announce the promotion of two Partners. Laura McMorland and James Whittaker will be taking on their new roles from January 2024.
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Adrian Fryer
The politics which surround the work fridge and its contents are often the cause of significant workplace friction.
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We are about to enter a brave new world in terms of holiday entitlement for those who have irregular or part-year working patterns.
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In the recent case of The Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia (Cultural Bureau) v Alhayali, the Claimant worked for the Respondent in their Cultural Affairs department where her duties included supporting Saudi students in the UK on cultural projects.
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A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal decision reminds employers that contractual terms cannot be used if their effect is to subvert or limit statutory employment rights.
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In November 2023, the Supreme Court handed down their judgment in the case of Independent Workers Union of Great Britain v CAC. The Union had applied to the CAC for recognition in respect of a group of riders working for Deliveroo.
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