Feb 2, 2022
New system for low value clinical negligence claims is proposed The Department of Health and Social Care has published a consultation which closes on 24th of April 2022 in relation to fix recoverable costs in lower value clinical negligence claims. They are proposing...
Feb 1, 2022
A new report is seeking views on limiting recoverable costs in lower value clinical negligence claims. Mediation has had a part to play in clinical negligence claims since the NHSR set up its own scheme. The new proposals however recommend early neutral evaluation....
Jan 30, 2022
Parties who are wrapped up in a dispute sometimes describe the experience as like being stuck in a long tunnel. Litigation takes a long time and it can seem interminable. We can help by speeding you through that tunnel using mediation. To discuss options please get in...
Jan 28, 2022
The CJC’s final report on small claims has been published and recommends a radical approach of compulsory mediation in all cases except personal injury. It can be found atCivil Justice Council calls for improved procedure for claims under £500 | Courts and Tribunals...
Jan 25, 2022
We look at whether mediation/ADR will be made compulsory or not when the MOJ reports following its call for evidence. https://whitestonechambers.com/articles/is-mandatory-adr-mediation-coming/ #mediation #mediate #adr
Jan 25, 2022
Is Mandatory ADR/Mediation coming? I am a fully qualified Civil Mediation Council Mediator and can mediate civil or workplace disputes. Last year there were significant developments as the Ministry of Justice moved towards greater compulsion to mediate....
Jan 25, 2022
As well as working as a mediator, I also attend hearings as Counsel through Whitestone Chambers. In December 2021 HMCTS published an evaluation of remote hearings during the COVID-19 pandemic research report. This reports the experience of public users, the judiciary,...
Jan 25, 2022
Wherever you are our panel of expert mediators can help. We can mediate nationwide or online. There is a saving for online mediation and for low value fast track matters we can mediate for £500 plus VAT per party. Please contact us to arrange a mediation with one of...
Jan 22, 2022
On 28 January we will be hosting an “ask the mediator” session where you can ask the mediator any questions you have about mediation. Register here! You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Jan 28, 2022 01:00 PM London Topic: Ask the mediator Register in advance for...
Jan 21, 2022
Unfortunately a lot of home renovation or building projects end in a dispute. They can be very costly to pursue as demonstrated in a recent case in Manchester. In The Sky’s the Limit Transformations Ltd v Mirza [2022] EWHC 29 (TCC) (10 January 2022) the judge...
