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Would a refusal to mediate be reasonable in context of coronavirus?

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The court has recently provided some interesting guidance in relation to an unreasonable refusal to mediate in the case of BXB v Watch Tower and Bible Tract Society of Pennsylvania and the Trustees of the Barry Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses (2020).

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Focus on real estate at Clarke Willmott 

Real estate
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Clarke Willmott’s national real estate team is one of the largest of its kind in the UK. The team acts for commercial and residential property developers, investors, funders, occupiers, public sector bodies, major retailers, charities and private landowners.

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Claims against banks and other financial institutions relating to fraudulent payments

Financial services litigation
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Payment fraud is a significant problem in the UK causing serious harm to individuals and businesses. UK Finance reported that in the first half of 2024 just over £570 million was stolen in payment fraud.

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Peter Swinburn - Partner - Commerical Property - Clarke Willmott Southampton - 13112018

Peter Swinburn

Chief Executive

Southampton and London
Peter is Clarke Willmott’s CEO and is responsible for the day to day management of the firm, chairs its executive board and define and implement the firm’s strategy.
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Unlawful eviction and harassment – think before you act!

Property litigation
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Landlords sometimes overlook the proper eviction procedures for removing an occupier from their property, putting them at risk of unintentionally committing a criminal and/or civil offence related to unlawful eviction and/or harassment.

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Changes to how CQC inspects and rates care homes

Healthcare
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All registered care homes are subject to a comprehensive inspection by CQC. How often your care home is inspected is decided by CQC and depends on the most recent rating that your care home received.

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Developments in enforcing judgments – Key cases of 2022

Commercial litigation and disputes
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We take a look at notable guidance given by the courts in 2022 on enforcement methods following judgment. Find out more about different methods of enforcing a judgment

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Is the land a partnership asset? The all-too common question explored

Agriculture
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Without clear documentation, it can be difficult to ascertain how the land is held as in both scenarios the partnership is likely to be permitted to use the land.

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Applying to discharge restrictive covenants

Property litigation
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We provide a guide to practical benefits of substantial value or advantage when applying to discharge restrictive covenants

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Laura Mackain-Bremner

Laura Mackain-Bremner

Partner

Taunton
Laura advises individuals and businesses on commercial disputes, contentious Wills, trusts and probate and agricultural property litigation.
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SLAPPs, ‘Without Prejudice’ & Defamation: A Legal Shift

Commercial litigation and disputes
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A SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation) is the abuse of the litigation process aimed at silencing legitimate expression.

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