England and Wales Case Commentaries

Court of Appeal Upholds 20-Year Sentence in Nervais v [2023] EWCA Crim 42

Date: Mar 31, 2023

Court of Appeal Upholds 20-Year Sentence in Nervais v [2023] EWCA Crim 42 Introduction The case of Nervais, R. v ([2023] EWCA Crim 42) presents a significant legal examination of sentencing in...

Reaffirming the Necessity and Proportionality in Child Placement Orders: Insights from C, D And E (Care Proceedings: Adequacy of Reasons) ([2023] EWCA Civ 334)

Date: Mar 31, 2023

Reaffirming the Necessity and Proportionality in Child Placement Orders: Insights from C, D And E (Care Proceedings: Adequacy of Reasons) ([2023] EWCA Civ 334) Introduction The case of C, D And E...

Double Conviction for Distinct Offences: Insights from Hamer v EWCA Crim 516

Date: Mar 31, 2023

Double Conviction for Distinct Offences: Insights from Hamer v EWCA Crim 516 Introduction The case of Hamer, R. v ([2023] EWCA Crim 516) was adjudicated by the England and Wales Court of Appeal...

Extended Civil Restraint Order in Ridley v Blackpool County Court [2023] EWCA Civ 586

Date: Mar 30, 2023

Extended Civil Restraint Order in Ridley v Blackpool County Court [2023] EWCA Civ 586 Introduction Ridley v Blackpool County Court ([2023] EWCA Civ 586) is a significant case decided by the England...

Clarification on Sentencing Guidelines for Drug Conspiracy Involving Substantive Quantities: McNichol v EWCA Crim (2023)

Date: Mar 30, 2023

Clarification on Sentencing Guidelines for Drug Conspiracy Involving Substantive Quantities: McNichol v EWCA Crim (2023) Introduction The case of McNichol v England and Wales Court of Appeal...

Reeves v EWCA Crim 395: Correct Application of Sentencing Guidelines in Handling Stolen Goods

Date: Mar 29, 2023

Reeves v EWCA Crim 395: Correct Application of Sentencing Guidelines in Handling Stolen Goods Introduction The case of Reeves, R. v ([2023] EWCA Crim 395) adjudicated in the England and Wales Court...

Clarifying Cost Rules for Third-Party Disclosure and Jurisdictional Challenges: Gorbachev v Guriev & Ors ([2023] EWCA Civ 327)

Date: Mar 29, 2023

Clarifying Cost Rules for Third-Party Disclosure and Jurisdictional Challenges: Gorbachev v Guriev & Ors ([2023] EWCA Civ 327) Introduction The case of Gorbachev v Guriev & Ors ([2023] EWCA Civ 327)...

Dawson's (Wales) Ltd v Revenue & Customs: Defining "Holding" Under the Excise Directive

Date: Mar 29, 2023

Dawson's (Wales) Ltd v Revenue & Customs: Defining "Holding" Under the Excise Directive Introduction Dawson's (Wales) Ltd v Revenue & Customs ([2023] EWCA Civ 332) addresses a pivotal issue...

Clarifying 'Non-Attendance' in Small Claims: Owen v Black Horse Ltd [2023] EWCA Civ 325

Date: Mar 25, 2023

Clarifying 'Non-Attendance' in Small Claims: Owen v Black Horse Ltd [2023] EWCA Civ 325 Introduction The case of Owen v Black Horse Ltd ([2023] EWCA Civ 325) delves into the interpretation of Part...

Zaman v London Borough of Waltham Forest: Strengthening Local Housing Duties

Date: Mar 25, 2023

Zaman v London Borough of Waltham Forest: Strengthening Local Housing Duties Introduction The case of Zaman v London Borough of Waltham Forest ([2023] EWCA Civ 322) represents a significant...

Roe v [2023] EWCA Crim 316: Admissibility of Bad Character Evidence and Extension of Time in Criminal Appeals

Date: Mar 25, 2023

Roe v [2023] EWCA Crim 316: Admissibility of Bad Character Evidence and Extension of Time in Criminal Appeals Introduction Roe v [2023] EWCA Crim 316 is a significant judgment delivered by the...

Establishing Boundaries for Section 14A Applications in Personal Injury Claims: The Witcomb v J. Keith Park Solicitors Decision

Date: Mar 25, 2023

Establishing Boundaries for Section 14A Applications in Personal Injury Claims: The Witcomb v J. Keith Park Solicitors Decision Introduction The case of Witcomb v J. Keith Park Solicitors ([2023]...

Loader & Anor v R [2023] EWCA Crim 410: Affirmation of Conviction Based on Circumstantial Evidence

Date: Mar 25, 2023

Loader & Anor v R [2023] EWCA Crim 410: Affirmation of Conviction Based on Circumstantial Evidence Introduction The case of Loader & Anor v R [2023] EWCA Crim 410 revolves around a violent incident...

Featherstone v Crown Court: Reaffirming Sentencing Boundaries in Child Trust Offenses

Date: Mar 24, 2023

Featherstone v Crown Court: Reaffirming Sentencing Boundaries in Child Trust Offenses Introduction In the case of Featherstone, R. v [2023] EWCA Crim 597, the England and Wales Court of Appeal...

Balanced Summing-Up Essential for Fair Trial: Woodcock v R [2023] EWCA Crim 333

Date: Mar 24, 2023

Balanced Summing-Up Essential for Fair Trial: Woodcock v R [2023] EWCA Crim 333 Introduction Woodcock v R ([2023] EWCA Crim 333) is a landmark judgment delivered by the England and Wales Court of...

R v Lines [2023] EWCA Crim 595: Establishing Guidelines for Sentencing in Sexual Offences Against Vulnerable Minors

Date: Mar 24, 2023

R v Lines [2023] EWCA Crim 595: Establishing Guidelines for Sentencing in Sexual Offences Against Vulnerable Minors Introduction The case of R v Lines [2023] EWCA Crim 595 addresses significant...

Balancing Religious Freedom and Court Security: Insights from Gulshan v Lord Chancellor [2023] EWCA Civ 306

Date: Mar 23, 2023

Balancing Religious Freedom and Court Security: Insights from Gulshan v Lord Chancellor [2023] EWCA Civ 306 Introduction Case Title: Gulshan v Lord Chancellor ([2023] EWCA Civ 306) Court: England and...

Stevens v R: Establishing Proportionality in Sexual Harm Prevention Orders

Date: Mar 23, 2023

Stevens v R: Establishing Proportionality in Sexual Harm Prevention Orders 1. Introduction Stevens v R ([2023] EWCA Crim 397) is a significant appellate case heard by the England and Wales Court of...

Credit for Time Spent on Remand Abroad Under the Framework Decision: Myerscough v Rex [2023] EWCA Crim 279

Date: Mar 23, 2023

Credit for Time Spent on Remand Abroad Under the Framework Decision: Myerscough v Rex [2023] EWCA Crim 279 Introduction Myerscough v Rex ([2023] EWCA Crim 279) is a landmark case adjudicated by the...

Extended Sentencing in Serious Sexual Offences: Ruling in BRJ, R. v [2023] EWCA Crim 351

Date: Mar 23, 2023

Extended Sentencing in Serious Sexual Offences: Ruling in BRJ, R. v [2023] EWCA Crim 351 Introduction The case of BRJ, R. v [2023] EWCA Crim 351 before the England and Wales Court of Appeal (Criminal...