Philip Nam from White Collar Legal gives a brief introduction to civil litigation explaining what is civil law; what is civil litigation; the civil courts; the scope of civil litigation and what a … [Read more...]
The Gas Act 1986 – The normal rules of contract do not always apply – Avoid being served with a Statutory Demand
Philip Nam is a legal consultant, advocate, costs draftsman and mediator dealing with civil and commercial litigation and disputes. He can be contacted on 0151 230 8931 … [Read more...]
Courts are cancelling hearings – its now time to mediate!
I'm pleased to report that I am now a fully accredited civil and commercial mediator as designated by Hunt ADR Limited under authority of the Civil Mediation Council. With most, if not all of the … [Read more...]
What does your costs draftsman do for you?
I’ve been around a bit now and have found that many of the costs firms and costs draftsmen I’ve come across simply just draft, negotiate and advise on costs – normally at the end of the case but … [Read more...]
(The failure to do the) simple things can costs money Part 4 – Know the rules regarding child settlements
I was recently instructed to provide advice on the costs procedure which followed a ‘settlement’ for a child in a personal injury claim. This was a case that had proceeded via the Low … [Read more...]
(The failure to do the) Simple Things can Cost Money Part 3 – Failing to fill in an estimate of time on an application notice
I was instructed to act for a Claimant in an application to set aside judgment in a counterclaim. The application notice was fully filled in apart from box 6, the question which asks, “How long do you … [Read more...]
(The failure to do the) Simple Things Can Cost Money Part 2 – Infant Approval Hearings – get your paperwork in order
Manchester County Court have a scheme whereby, settlement of infant personal injury claims can be approved by the Court even if the Claimant and Litigation Friend do not turn up to the hearing. The … [Read more...]
(The failure to do the) Simple Things Can Cost Money Part 1 – Failure to correct an accidental slip on an order
Rule 40.12 states that: “The court may at any time correct an accidental slip or omission in a judgment or order.” On the 18th December 2018, a possession claim was heard on the grounds … [Read more...]
Costs Budgets
Costs Budgets apply to all Part 7 Multi-Track cases except: (r.3.12.1) a) where the claim is commenced on or after 22nd April 2014 and the amount of money claimed as stated on the … [Read more...]
Suing for Breach of Contract
Whether you're buying a new car or selling your goods online, the chances are that you will have entered into a contract with the other party involved. Having the contract in writing is always a … [Read more...]