In this article, I have selected 8 cases which all civil practitioners should be aware of, and break down their significance into bitesize chunks complete with analysis. Whilst making this list, I have opted to not select cases which are trite (although I do enjoy the likes of Donoghue v Stevenson [1932] AC 562, Carlill v Carbolic Smoke Ball Company [1893] 1 QB 256 and Associated Provincial Picture Houses Ltd v Wednesbury Corporation [1948] 1 KB 223 , the latter of which y

Inheritance disputes over the distribution of assets following someone’s death are commonplace. It is, quite understandably, an area of law which is highly emotive and personal to those directly involved within the dispute. For some, it will be an issue over their inheritance (or lack of), whereas others will have broader concerns. Inheritance disputes are also complex, with a menu of means to bring a challenge. For example, this could be in the form of challenging the validi

There are some circumstances where an individual can claim to be the owner of land or property that they have used and/or controlled without the permission of the registered owner. The individual needs to have used or controlled the land or property in the requisite manner, and for a certain period of time. Many people have heard of the term "squatter's rights", which is often used interchangeably with the true term "adverse possession". There is a fine distinction between th

E mployment law and labour rights are, as areas of law, known for their ability to develop and change over relatively short periods of time. They can cover a vast range of matters including: statutory sick pay, national minimum wage, protections from unfair dismissal and protections from unlawful discrimination. The landscape within employment law is set to for a seismic change over the coming years. This will arrive in the form of the Employment Rights Bill ( ‘the Bill’ ). T

Litigation should always be seen as a last resort; it is often viewed as the “nuclear option” and it is very difficult to maintain an amicable relationship after proceedings have started. Litigation is also becoming increasingly costly and time-consuming, leading parties to consider other means of dispute resolution. Recognised by courts, practitioners, and clients alike for its efficiency and flexibility, mediation offers parties an opportunity to achieve mutually acceptable