Jul 9, 2015
The Civil Procedure Rule Committee is still considering introducing a new Pre-Action Protocol for Debt Claims, as well as updating the other pre-action protocols. However, it remains to be seen whether this will be implemented following a consultation. The CPRC has...
Jul 9, 2015
There are very little things in this life I cannot afford and patience is one of them.” – Larry Hagman We are living in an impatient world, so much so that you may already have given up reading this article! Research into the limits of British patience found we...
Jul 9, 2015
Promediate has also launched an online mediation system, using videoconferencing to enable parties to hold a mediation online. Online saves time and is good for the environment as it eliminates travel and venue hire. All that is needed is access to a computer and the...
Jul 9, 2015
Following a consultation on the EU Directive on ADR/ODR, the government has announced that from October 2015, all businesses offering goods or services to consumers will need to have in place an ADR Scheme, to deal with any disputes. This is a short timetable and all...
Jul 9, 2015
There have been some exciting developments in the mediation world, to include the implementation of the ADR Directive, which will involve all businesses offering ADR to consumers and the Civil Justice Council has launched its report on online dispute resolution. The...
