In Davies v HIS Energy, Morris J considered whether in a case where the first action had been struck out, a second action would be an abuse of process. The comprehensive guidance provided is welcome as this question had gone unanswered by the higher courts since the Jackson reforms introduced the more stringent relief from sanctions test. Continue reading

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March 6, 2018
When is a second bite of the cherry an abuse of process?

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March 2, 2018
Freezing order made against unknown parties
HHJ Waksman has recently granted a freezing order against persons unknown, in the case of CMOC v Persons Unknown. Continue reading

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February 27, 2018
A reminder on the importance of form in a Part 36 offer, and the principles applying to costs in contentious probate claims
Last week saw publication of the judgment of HHJ Matthews, sitting in the High Court at Bristol, in the case of James v James and others. Continue reading