England and Wales Case Commentaries

Proper Application of Sentencing Reductions for Guilty Pleas: Clarifications from R v Richards [2022] EWCA Crim 247

Date: Apr 5, 2022

Proper Application of Sentencing Reductions for Guilty Pleas: Clarifications from R v Richards [2022] EWCA Crim 247 Introduction The case of R v Richards [2022] EWCA Crim 247 was adjudicated in the...

Impact of New Evidence on Credibility in Criminal Appeals: The Jackson v R Case

Date: Apr 2, 2022

Impact of New Evidence on Credibility in Criminal Appeals: The Jackson v R Case Introduction The case of Jackson, R. v ([2022] EWCA Crim 467) is a pivotal decision by the England and Wales Court of...

Ensuring Accommodation Suitability for Homeless Applicants with Protected Characteristics: Biden v Waverley Borough Council [2022] EWCA Civ 442

Date: Apr 2, 2022

Ensuring Accommodation Suitability for Homeless Applicants with Protected Characteristics: Biden v Waverley Borough Council [2022] EWCA Civ 442 Introduction The case of Biden v Waverley Borough...

Forum Appropriateness in Contribution Claims: Insights from Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd & Ors v LG Display Co Ltd & Anor

Date: Apr 2, 2022

Forum Appropriateness in Contribution Claims: Insights from Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd & Ors v LG Display Co Ltd & Anor ([2022] EWCA Civ 423) Introduction The case of Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd &...

QH (Afghanistan) v Secretary of State: Setting Precedent for HRA Article 8 and Francovich Damages in Unlawful Removal Cases

Date: Apr 2, 2022

QH (Afghanistan) v Secretary of State: Setting Precedent for HRA Article 8 and Francovich Damages in Unlawful Removal Cases Introduction The case QH (Afghanistan) v Secretary of State for the Home...

Reaffirming Equitable Ownership: Lam v R. ([2022] WLR(D) 163)

Date: Apr 2, 2022

Reaffirming Equitable Ownership: Lam v R. ([2022] WLR(D) 163) Introduction In the landmark case of Lam v R. ([2022] WLR(D) 163), the Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) addressed significant...

Amin v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2022]: Defining 'Good Character' in Naturalisation Applications

Date: Apr 1, 2022

Amin v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2022]: Defining 'Good Character' in Naturalisation Applications Introduction The case of Amin, R (on the application of) v Secretary of State for...

Establishing the Essential Role of Computerised Accounting Systems in Criminal Convictions: White & Anor v Post Office Ltd ([2022] EWCA Crim 435)

Date: Apr 1, 2022

Establishing the Essential Role of Computerised Accounting Systems in Criminal Convictions: White & Anor v Post Office Ltd ([2022] EWCA Crim 435) Introduction The case of White & Anor v Post Office...

Chalk & Anor v R: Clarifying Judicial Powers and Sentence Lawfulness under Section 66 Courts Act 2003

Date: Apr 1, 2022

Chalk & Anor v R: Clarifying Judicial Powers and Sentence Lawfulness under Section 66 Courts Act 2003 Introduction The case of Chalk & Anor v R ([2022] 4 WLR 55) adjudicated by the England and Wales...

Phillips v R: Advancing Section 3A Powers to Correct Indictment Defects in Firearms-Related Cases

Date: Mar 31, 2022

Phillips v R: Advancing Section 3A Powers to Correct Indictment Defects in Firearms-Related Cases Introduction In the landmark case of Phillips v R ([2022] EWCA Crim 477), the England and Wales Court...

Strict Adherence to Time Limits in Civil Procedure: Qatar Investment v Phoenix Ancient Art

Date: Mar 31, 2022

Strict Adherence to Time Limits in Civil Procedure: Qatar Investment v Phoenix Ancient Art Introduction In the landmark case Qatar Investment and Project Development Holding Company & Anor v Phoenix...

Manetta v De Filippo: Clarifying Jurisdictional Obligations Under Brussels IIA in Cross-Border Divorce Proceedings

Date: Mar 30, 2022

Manetta v De Filippo: Clarifying Jurisdictional Obligations Under Brussels IIA in Cross-Border Divorce Proceedings Introduction The case of Manetta v De Filippo ([2022] EWCA Civ 409) adjudicated by...

Exclusive Licensing and Cost Allocation: Insights from Neurim Pharmaceuticals v Generics (UK) Ltd [2022] EWCA Civ 359

Date: Mar 30, 2022

Exclusive Licensing and Cost Allocation: Insights from Neurim Pharmaceuticals v Generics (UK) Ltd [2022] EWCA Civ 359 Introduction The case of Neurim Pharmaceuticals (1991) Ltd & Anor v Generics (UK)...

Mylan Appeals Stay of Injunction in Neurim Pharmaceuticals v Generics Case

Date: Mar 30, 2022

Mylan Appeals Stay of Injunction in Neurim Pharmaceuticals v Generics Case Introduction The case of Neurim Pharmaceuticals (1991) Ltd & Anor v Generics (UK) Ltd & Anor ([2022] EWCA Civ 370) revolves...

Greene v Davies ([2022] EWCA Civ 414): Clarifying Disciplinary Proceedings and Abuse of Process in Solicitors' Conduct Cases

Date: Mar 30, 2022

Greene v Davies ([2022] EWCA Civ 414): Clarifying Disciplinary Proceedings and Abuse of Process in Solicitors' Conduct Cases Introduction The case of Greene v Davies ([2022] EWCA Civ 414) adjudicated...

Expansion of PD51Z Scope in Possession Proceedings - South Lodge Flats Limited v Malik [2022] EWCA Civ 411

Date: Mar 30, 2022

Expansion of PD51Z Scope in Possession Proceedings South Lodge Flats Limited v Malik ([2022] EWCA Civ 411) Introduction The case of South Lodge Flats Limited v Malik presents a significant judicial...

Finality in Litigation: Insights from Times Travel (UK) Ltd v Pakistan International Airlines Corporation [2022] EWCA Civ 415

Date: Mar 30, 2022

Finality in Litigation: Insights from Times Travel (UK) Ltd v Pakistan International Airlines Corporation [2022] EWCA Civ 415 Introduction The case of Times Travel (UK) Ltd & Anor v Pakistan...

Defining 'Knowingly Concerned' under FSMA: Court of Appeal Overturns Compensation Order in FCA v Ferreira

Date: Mar 26, 2022

Defining 'Knowingly Concerned' under FSMA: Court of Appeal Overturns Compensation Order in FCA v Ferreira Introduction The Financial Conduct Authority v Ferreira ([2022] EWCA Civ 397) is a pivotal...

Re B (A Child): Reinforcing the Holistic Balancing Approach in Child Welfare Proceedings under ACA 2002

Date: Mar 26, 2022

Re B (A Child): Reinforcing the Holistic Balancing Approach in Child Welfare Proceedings under ACA 2002 Introduction The case of B (A Child), Re (Adequacy of Reasons) ([2022] EWCA Civ 407) before the...

Enhanced Scrutiny of Identification Evidence: Morgan v [2022] EWCA Crim 504

Date: Mar 26, 2022

Enhanced Scrutiny of Identification Evidence: Morgan v [2022] EWCA Crim 504 Introduction The case of Morgan, R. v ([2022] EWCA Crim 504) represents a pivotal moment in the assessment and...