England and Wales Case Commentaries

Thompson v EWCA Crim 1038: Balancing Criminal Role with Family Considerations in Sentencing

Date: Aug 17, 2024

Thompson v EWCA Crim 1038: Balancing Criminal Role with Family Considerations in Sentencing Introduction The case of Thompson, R. v [2024] EWCA Crim 1038 adjudicated by the England and Wales Court of...

Restricting Dangerousness Provisions to Specified Firearm Offences: Earl-Ocran R v [2024] EWCA Crim 1031

Date: Aug 17, 2024

Restricting Dangerousness Provisions to Specified Firearm Offences: Earl-Ocran R v [2024] EWCA Crim 1031 Introduction Earl-Ocran R v [2024] EWCA Crim 1031 is a pivotal case heard by the England and...

Providence v Hexagon: Expanding Contractor's Termination Rights under JCT 2016

Date: Aug 16, 2024

Providence Building Services Ltd v Hexagon Housing Association Ltd ([2024] EWCA Civ 962): Expanding Contractor's Termination Rights under JCT 2016 Introduction In the landmark case of Providence...

Affirmation of Extended Sentences for Dangerous Sexual Offenders Under the Sexual Offences Act 2003

Date: Aug 15, 2024

Affirmation of Extended Sentences for Dangerous Sexual Offenders Under the Sexual Offences Act 2003 Introduction The case of AIW, R. v ([2024] EWCA Crim 972) dealt with a grave instance of sexual...

Correct Application of Sentencing Guidelines in Sexual Offences: AB v R [2024] EWCA Crim 1028

Date: Aug 14, 2024

Correct Application of Sentencing Guidelines in Sexual Offences: AB v R [2024] EWCA Crim 1028 Introduction The case of AB v R ([2024] EWCA Crim 1028) adjudicated by the England and Wales Court of...

Clarifications on Sentencing Guidelines for Assault on Emergency Workers and Going Equipped for Theft: Forbes v [2024] EWCA Crim 971

Date: Aug 14, 2024

Clarifications on Sentencing Guidelines for Assault on Emergency Workers and Going Equipped for Theft: Forbes v [2024] EWCA Crim 971 Introduction Forbes v [2024] EWCA Crim 971 is a pivotal case...

MTA v The Lord Chancellor [2024] EWCA Civ 965: Landmark Ruling on the Intersection of Capacity and Human Rights Claims

Date: Aug 14, 2024

MTA v The Lord Chancellor [2024] EWCA Civ 965: Landmark Ruling on the Intersection of Capacity and Human Rights Claims Introduction MTA v The Lord Chancellor ([2024] EWCA Civ 965) is a pivotal case...

Clarifying Material Risk in Health and Safety Law: Exolum Pipeline Systems Ltd v Health and Safety Executive

Date: Aug 10, 2024

Clarifying Material Risk in Health and Safety Law: Exolum Pipeline Systems Ltd v Health and Safety Executive Introduction The case of Exolum Pipeline Systems Ltd v Health and Safety Executive ([2024]...

Interpreting Planning Permissions: The Boundary Between Planning Judgment and Law in London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames v Ariyo ([2024] EWCA Civ 960)

Date: Aug 10, 2024

Interpreting Planning Permissions: The Boundary Between Planning Judgment and Law in London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames v Ariyo ([2024] EWCA Civ 960) Introduction The case of London Borough of...

Comprehensive Commentary on MEX Group Worldwide Ltd v Ford & Ors ([2024] EWCA Civ 959)

Date: Aug 9, 2024

MEX Group Worldwide Ltd v Ford & Ors ([2024] EWCA Civ 959) Introduction The case of MEX Group Worldwide Ltd v Ford & Ors ([2024] EWCA Civ 959) constitutes a significant precedent in the realm of...

Defining the Threshold for Revoking Academy Orders: Islington v Secretary of State for Education [2024] EWCA Civ 951

Date: Aug 8, 2024

Defining the Threshold for Revoking Academy Orders: Islington v Secretary of State for Education [2024] EWCA Civ 951 Introduction The case of London Borough of Islington, R (On the Application Of) v...

Adoption vs. Long-Term Fostering: Establishing Permanency for Child Welfare

Date: Aug 8, 2024

Adoption vs. Long-Term Fostering: Establishing Permanency for Child Welfare Introduction The case of D-S (A Child: Adoption Or Fostering) ([2024] EWCA Civ 948) adjudicated by the England and Wales...

ABY v EWCA Crim 944: Reevaluating Witness Credibility in Criminal Appeals

Date: Aug 7, 2024

ABY v EWCA Crim 944: Reevaluating Witness Credibility in Criminal Appeals Introduction The case of ABY, R. v ([2024] EWCA Crim 944) delves into the intricate dynamics of criminal appeals hinging on...

Register of Members Conclusiveness Affirmed in Bland v Keegan: Implications for Corporate Resolutions

Date: Aug 6, 2024

Register of Members Conclusiveness Affirmed in Bland & Anor v Keegan: Implications for Corporate Resolutions Introduction The appellate case Bland & Anor v Keegan ([2024] EWCA Civ 934) presents a...

Ensuring Rigorous Balancing in Child Welfare Orders: Commentary on N (A Child) Re (Care Order) [2024] EWCA Civ 938

Date: Aug 3, 2024

Ensuring Rigorous Balancing in Child Welfare Orders: Commentary on N (A Child) Re (Care Order: Welfare Evaluation) [2024] EWCA Civ 938 Introduction The case N (A Child) Re (Care Order: Welfare...

Clarifying Interim Statutory Bills within Conditional Fee Arrangements: Insights from Signature Litigation LLP v Ivanishvili

Date: Aug 2, 2024

Clarifying Interim Statutory Bills within Conditional Fee Arrangements: Insights from Signature Litigation LLP v Ivanishvili Introduction A comprehensive overview of the case's background, parties,...

Establishing Partnership Through Conduct: Hamilton v Barrow & Anor ([2024] EWCA Civ 888)

Date: Aug 1, 2024

Establishing Partnership Through Conduct: Hamilton v Barrow & Anor ([2024] EWCA Civ 888) Introduction The case of Hamilton v Barrow & Anor ([2024] EWCA Civ 888) represents a significant appellate...

Public Interest Considerations in Deprivation of British Citizenship: The B4 v Home Department [2024] EWCA Civ 900 Judgment

Date: Aug 1, 2024

Public Interest Considerations in Deprivation of British Citizenship: The B4 v Home Department [2024] EWCA Civ 900 Judgment Introduction The case of B4 v Secretary of State for the Home Department...

Parry v R [2024] EWCA Crim 1017: Court of Appeal Establishes Enhanced Sentencing Standards for Large-Scale Drug Operations

Date: Aug 1, 2024

Parry v R [2024] EWCA Crim 1017: Court of Appeal Establishes Enhanced Sentencing Standards for Large-Scale Drug Operations Introduction In the landmark case of Rex v Scott Gavin Parry [2024] EWCA...

Clarifying the Role of Belief in Capacity Determinations: Hemachandran & Anor v Thirumalesh & Anor

Date: Aug 1, 2024

Clarifying the Role of Belief in Capacity Determinations: Hemachandran & Anor v Thirumalesh & Anor Introduction Hemachandran & Anor v Thirumalesh & Anor ([2024] EWCA Civ 896) is a landmark decision...