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Second action allowed to proceed where earlier action struck out for breach of unless order
In a recent decision, the High Court has considered the proper approach to be taken in a second action where a previous action bringing the same claim …
Parties should not "abuse" the court's tougher approach to relief from sanctions
The High Court has penalised a claimant in costs for requiring the defendant to apply for relief from sanctions, where the defendant had relied on a …
High Court can grant retrospective permission to continue a derivative claim
The High Court has held that it has the power retrospectively to validate service of a claim form and particulars of claim in proceedings brought as a …
Recent decisions show continuing trend for tough approach to rule breaches
Recent months have seen a number of decisions in which the English courts, both at first instance and on appeal, have re-emphasised the message that …
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