May 14, 2024
The MOJ is consulting on changing the civil procedure rules to make it a requirement of the rules to encourage ADR and to give judges the express power to stay cases for ADR and order parties to use alternative dispute resolution. The idea is to reflect the decision...
May 2, 2024
it has long been the case that ignoring a mediation proposal is unreasonable, not just actually refusing to mediate. The two approaches are the same. The Court has, since the cases of Halsey v Milton Keynes [2004] EWCA Civ 586 and PGF v OMFS [2013] EWCA Civ 1288 been...
Apr 9, 2024
The rising concern over gambling addiction has prompted both government and regulatory entities to launch initiatives aimed at mitigating the issue. Among these initiatives are self-exclusion schemes, such as Gamstop in the United Kingdom, Betstop in Sweden, and OASIS...
Apr 4, 2024
Mediation is a valuable approach for resolving workplace disagreements and improving relationships. Here’s when and how it can be effectively used: People frequently ask us when it is appropriate to hire a workplace mediator: When to Use Mediation: Workplace...
Mar 14, 2024
Introduction:The landmark case of Churchill v Merthyr Tidfyl has significantly impacted civil litigation and the integration of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). However, its implications on family proceedings are equally noteworthy. This article delves into the...
Feb 25, 2024
Inheritance Disputes on the Rise There are currently a limited number of bases for challenging a will. There are six main grounds on which to challenge the validity of a Will. The six grounds upon which this can be done are:1 Lack of testamentary capacity2 Lack of...
Feb 25, 2024
Image via Freepik Senior Success: Essential Tips for House Flipping Triumph In the world of real estate, house flipping offers more than just the prospect of monetary gains; it’s also an adventure in creativity, planning, and decision-making. For seniors...
Jan 29, 2024
The government has responded to the consultation on mediation in family cases. As it says in the introduction: We know that long-term conflict between separating parents is harmful to children’s wellbeing, both in the short and long-term[footnote 1]. Exposure to...
Jan 22, 2024
As the festive season concludes, individuals return to their desks, either in the office or at their home workspaces. Unfortunately people realise that the same problems they face have not gone away. In this era where mediation has evolved into the preferred...
Jan 22, 2024
As the festive season concludes, individuals return to their desks, either in the office or at their home workspaces. Unfortunately people realise that the same problems they face have not gone away. In this era where mediation has evolved into the preferred method...
