England and Wales Case Commentaries

Yusuf v. Court of Appeal: Establishing Guidelines on Extended Sentencing for Multiple Offences

Date: May 14, 2022

Yusuf v. Court of Appeal: Establishing Guidelines on Extended Sentencing for Multiple Offences Introduction The case of Yusuf, R. v ([2022] EWCA Crim 826) adjudicated by the England and Wales Court...

Hoey & Ors v Revenue & Customs: Defining the Boundaries of Section 684(7A)(b) ITEPA in PAYE Credit Availability

Date: May 14, 2022

Hoey & Ors v Revenue & Customs: Defining the Boundaries of Section 684(7A)(b) ITEPA in PAYE Credit Availability 1. Introduction The case of Hoey & Ors v Revenue & Customs ([2022] EWCA Civ 656)...

Clarifying the Application of Extended Sentences in False Imprisonment: Palmer & Anor v R [2022] EWCA Crim 734

Date: May 14, 2022

Clarifying the Application of Extended Sentences in False Imprisonment: Palmer & Anor v R [2022] EWCA Crim 734 Introduction The case of Palmer & Anor v R [2022] EWCA Crim 734 involves Scott Palmer...

Wells v: Reassessment of Life Sentences and Totality in Sexual Offences Sentencing

Date: May 13, 2022

Wells v: Reassessment of Life Sentences and Totality in Sexual Offences Sentencing Introduction The case of Wells, R. v ([2022] EWCA Crim 752) represents a significant precedent in the realm of...

Significant Role in Major Drug Conspiracies: Insights from Sarasli & Anor, R v ([2022] EWCA Crim 693)

Date: May 13, 2022

Significant Role in Major Drug Conspiracies: Insights from Sarasli & Anor, R v ([2022] EWCA Crim 693) Introduction The case of Sarasli & Anor, R v ([2022] EWCA Crim 693) involves two appellants,...

Establishing the Parameters for Special Custodial Sentences in Terrorism Offences: Analysis of Yasin v EWCA Crim 853

Date: May 13, 2022

Establishing the Parameters for Special Custodial Sentences in Terrorism Offences: Analysis of Yasin v EWCA Crim 853 Introduction The case of Yasin, R. v [2022] EWCA Crim 853 presents a significant...

Admissibility of Motive Evidence in Arson Cases: Milne & Anor v R [2022] EWCA Crim 753

Date: May 13, 2022

Admissibility of Motive Evidence in Arson Cases: Milne & Anor v R [2022] EWCA Crim 753 Introduction The case of Milne & Anor v R [2022] EWCA Crim 753 revolves around a catastrophic arson incident...

Lifestyle Equities v Amazon: Enhanced Protection Against Trademark Infringement on E-Commerce Platforms

Date: May 13, 2022

Lifestyle Equities CV & Anor v Amazon UK Services Ltd & Ors (Consequential Issues) ([2022] EWCA Civ 634) Introduction The case of Lifestyle Equities CV & Anor v Amazon UK Services Ltd & Ors ([2022]...

Kiminious v. EWCA Crim: Upholding Sentencing Guidelines in Multi-Faceted Criminal Offenses

Date: May 13, 2022

Kiminious v. EWCA Crim: Upholding Sentencing Guidelines in Multi-Faceted Criminal Offenses Introduction In the landmark case of Kiminious, R. v [2022] EWCA Crim 774, the England and Wales Court of...

Right of Appeal Against Registration of Foreign Maintenance Orders under the 2007 Hague Convention Established in D (A Child) [2022] EWCA Civ 641

Date: May 12, 2022

Right of Appeal Against Registration of Foreign Maintenance Orders under the 2007 Hague Convention Established in D (A Child) (Appeal From the Registration of a Maintenance Order) [2022] EWCA Civ 641...

Ensuring Fair Trial Standards in Evidence Disclosure: Macmillan Cancer Support v Toogood [2022] EWCA Crim 633

Date: May 12, 2022

Ensuring Fair Trial Standards in Evidence Disclosure: Macmillan Cancer Support v Toogood [2022] EWCA Crim 633 Introduction In the case of Macmillan Cancer Support v Toogood ([2022] EWCA Crim 633),...

R v Balaam [2022] EWCA Crim 692: Reinforcing Obligations Under the Bail Act 1976

Date: May 11, 2022

R v Balaam [2022] EWCA Crim 692: Reinforcing Obligations Under the Bail Act 1976 Introduction The case of R v Balaam [2022] EWCA Crim 692 revolves around the appellant, Darren Balaam, who was...

Comprehensive Application of the Principle of Totality in Cumulative Sentencing for Sexual Offences: Commentary on MC, R. v ([2022] EWCA Crim 776

Date: May 11, 2022

Comprehensive Application of the Principle of Totality in Cumulative Sentencing for Sexual Offences: Commentary on MC, R. v ([2022] EWCA Crim 776) Introduction The case of MC, R. v ([2022] EWCA Crim...

Stokes-Denson v R: Clarifying the Role of Psychiatric Evidence in Establishing Intent

Date: May 11, 2022

Stokes-Denson v R: Clarifying the Role of Psychiatric Evidence in Establishing Intent Introduction Stokes-Denson v R ([2022] EWCA Crim 999) is a significant appellate judgment delivered by the...

Enforcement of Non-Compete Covenants in Employment Contracts: Insights from Planon Ltd v Gilligan [2022] EWCA Civ 642

Date: May 11, 2022

Enforcement of Non-Compete Covenants in Employment Contracts: Insights from Planon Ltd v Gilligan [2022] EWCA Civ 642 Introduction The case of Planon Ltd v Gilligan ([2022] EWCA Civ 642) addresses...

Enhancing Transparency in Bills of Costs: AKC v Barking, Havering & Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust [2022] EWCA Civ 630

Date: May 11, 2022

Enhancing Transparency in Bills of Costs: AKC v Barking, Havering & Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust [2022] EWCA Civ 630 Introduction The case of AKC v Barking, Havering & Redbridge...

Edengate Homes (Butley Hall) Ltd Reaffirms Strict Standing Requirements under Insolvency Act 1986 s168(5)

Date: May 10, 2022

Edengate Homes (Butley Hall) Ltd Reaffirms Strict Standing Requirements under Insolvency Act 1986 s168(5) 1. Introduction The case of Edengate Homes (Butley Hall) Ltd, Re ([2022] EWCA Civ 626)...

Establishing Fiduciary Accountability in the Absence of Complete Documentation: Insights from Gangat v Jassat & Anor ([2022] EWCA Civ 604)

Date: May 7, 2022

Establishing Fiduciary Accountability in the Absence of Complete Documentation: Insights from Gangat v Jassat & Anor ([2022] EWCA Civ 604) Introduction Parties Involved: Claimants: Mr. Anwar Gangat...

Affirming CAT's Discretion in Opt-Out Collective Proceedings: BT Group Plc v Patourel [2022] EWCA Civ 593

Date: May 7, 2022

Affirming CAT's Discretion in Opt-Out Collective Proceedings: BT Group Plc v Patourel [2022] EWCA Civ 593 Introduction The case of BT Group Plc v Patourel ([2022] EWCA Civ 593) presents a significant...

Turner v R: Establishing Boundaries in Sentencing Historic Sexual Offences

Date: May 7, 2022

Turner v R: Establishing Boundaries in Sentencing Historic Sexual Offences Introduction Turner v R ([2022] EWCA Crim 617) is a pivotal case adjudicated by the England and Wales Court of Appeal...