MPs are taking action following the collapse of SSB Law, affecting many citizens.Concerns over misleading ‘no win, no fee’ claims have been raised in Parliament.An investigation…
The Legal Ombudsman has issued guidance on lawyer fee deductions under conditional fee agreements (CFAs).Lawyers must clearly explain any success fees or deductions to their clients…
The latest developments in the Civil Justice Council’s 2023 costs review were discussed by Lord Justice Birss at a recent event.Costs budgeting-lite and the potential extension…
Work is in progress to reform costs budgeting and guideline hourly rates for barristers, aligning with the Civil Justice Council’s 2023 review.Lord Justice Birss, Deputy Head…
A call to end adversarial PFI contracts has been made by infrastructure investors to UK ministers.Using third-party adjudicators for PFI disputes diverts funds from public assets.A…
Van Elle, a ground engineering specialist, reports a slight increase in profits despite rising provisions for construction defects.The firm’s pre-tax profit rose marginally to £5.6m, up…
Keltbray has faced financial setbacks due to an ongoing legal dispute, but future prospects appear strong. The company has reported a return to losses, impacted significantly…
The sudden collapse of SSB Law in Sheffield has left hundreds of clients facing unexpected cost orders, with limited options for recourse.Victims of SSB Law are…
The County Court at Central London has ruled against Falcon Capital Management and Tej Singh, ordering them to pay substantial sums to Calimera Capital Partners.The case…
