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Whiplash reforms – what you need to know
02 Jan 2020
The Civil Liability Act 2018 came into force on 20 December 2018, and provides for the implementation of a number of key reforms to the way in which low value personal injury claims are dealt with. We examine the so-called "whiplash reforms" and consider their likely impact on personal injury and other claims.
Fundamental dishonesty: what is substantial injustice?
31 Dec 2019
The court has the power to dismiss a claim for damages where it is satisfied that, on the balance of probabilities, the claimant has been "fundamentally dishonest" in relation to the claim, unless the claimant would otherwise suffer "substantial injustice": section 57 Criminal Justice and Courts Act 2015.
Vicarious liability – some reassurance for employers?
30 Dec 2019
When will an employer be responsible, or vicariously liable, for the actions of its employees? This is a question that has been before the courts a number of times in recent years often with surprising results.
Watch the clock - and this space - if making a contribution claim!
17 Oct 2018
Following the High Court ruling in RSA Insurance plc v Assicurazoni Generali SpA [2018] EWHC 1237, insurers have two years from judgment or settlement to bring contribution claims in mesothelioma cases. However, this is subject to an appeal which is expected to be heard in February 2019.
Government call for bus operator views on wheelchair access
11 Jun 2018
The Government has recently announced that it intends to bring forward a package of measures in 2018 to enable bus companies to support wheelchair users to access buses and it is seeking input from stakeholders such as bus operators. This is an opportunity for bus operators to influence Government measures and enable drivers to best support wheelchair users access bus transport.
Ice and snow claims – the cold, hard truth for businesses
26 Jan 2018
When the temperature drops below freezing it can create a host of issues for UK businesses. Problems with travel may disrupt your workforce, suppliers or business operations itself. However, another risk may present itself, as premises become icy and dangerous risking injury to staff and the general public alike. It follows that businesses will need to be alive to their responsibilities in order to avoid injury claims at this time of year.
The changing landscape of vicarious liability
16 Jan 2018
Whilst it has long been established that an employer is vicariously liable for the tortious acts of its employees if the acts are carried out in the course of employment, the development of the 'close connection' test is making it increasingly difficult for employers to avoid a finding of vicarious liability.
What's the rush? Late acceptance of a Part 36 offer
05 Dec 2017
The High Court has recently considered whether the ordinary costs consequences should apply for late acceptance of a Part 36 offer.
The ongoing Jackson reforms and the future of civil litigation costs
05 Dec 2017
In 2010 Jackson LJ presented his much publicised "Review of Civil Litigation Costs: Final Report". It was his aim to reform the draconian 'winner pays all' approach to costs in fast track personal injury cases which he feels is a "recipe for runaway costs" in order to make way for a fairer and pre-emptive approach whereby costs would be controlled from the outset. It was hoped that this, in turn, would promote proportionality and access to justice.
We are named Insurance Team of Year 2017
24 Mar 2017
Bond Dickinson has won Insurance Team of the Year at the Legal Business Awards last night (23 March), at a gala ceremony held at the Grosvenor House Hotel in central London.
With more than 100 finalists across 24 categories, the awards recognised the achievements of the finest lawyers in the industry. The winners were selected by an external judging panel comprising senior general counsel and senior editors from Legal Business' editorial team.
With more than 100 finalists across 24 categories, the awards recognised the achievements of the finest lawyers in the industry. The winners were selected by an external judging panel comprising senior general counsel and senior editors from Legal Business' editorial team.
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