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A litigator's yearbook: 2018 (England and Wales)
As the end of another year approaches, we look back at some key developments from 2018 from the perspective of the commercial litigator. This post covers …
Witness evidence working group: survey on current rules and some radical alternatives
A working group was set up earlier this year, led by Mr Justice Popplewell, to review the current rules and practice and make recommendations for …
Handy client guide to class actions in England and Wales
Herbert Smith Freehills has launched a series of short guides to class actions in England and Wales. The first two editions, (i) Overview of class …
Article published - ENRC privilege decision: welcome news but difficulties remain
The Court of Appeal's recent decision in The Director of the Serious Fraud Office v Eurasian Natural Resources Corporation Ltd [2018] EWCA Civ …
Article published - Pilot of new disclosure rules: a change for the better?
Julian Copeman and Maura McIntosh have published an article in PLC Magazine looking at the new disclosure rules that are due to be piloted in …
Article published - Class actions in England and Wales: key practical challenges
Damian Grave, Gregg Rowan and Maura McIntosh have published an article in PLC Magazine looking at how claims by large groups of claimants are litigated …
Herbert Smith Freehills contributes England and Wales chapter of The Securities Litigation Review
Securities litigation presents an increasing threat to UK corporates, with the potential for both regulatory action and civil claims by investors seeking …
Article published on how in-house lawyers can tackle the increasing threat of class actions in the English courts
Class actions represent an increasing area of risk for UK corporates, with increasing numbers of high-profile and high-value group claims being …
Our new book launched today: Class Actions in England and Wales
Herbert Smith Freehills is today launching a new textbook, Class Actions in England and Wales. Written by lawyers from the firm and published by Sweet …
Article published - If the cap fits
In a decision late last year, the Court of Appeal considered the interpretation of a provision which purported to cap the liability of a provider of IT …
Global Pound Conference report published
The Global Pound Conference series – a unique and ambitious initiative to inform how civil and commercial disputes are resolved in the 21st century – …
Managing risk: A disputes perspective (2018)
Herbert Smith Freehills recently held its annual disputes client conference exploring some key legal and compliance risks facing major corporates. The …
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