periodic-inspection Case Commentaries

Reaffirming the Substantial Probative Value Test for Bad Character Evidence: BVY, R. v (Rev1) [2024] EWCA Crim 1355

Date: Nov 7, 2024

Reaffirming the Substantial Probative Value Test for Bad Character Evidence: BVY, R. v (Rev1) [2024] EWCA Crim 1355 Introduction The case of BVY, R. v (Rev1) [2024] EWCA Crim 1355 represents a...

Rigorous Scrutiny of Adverse Possession and Disability Accommodations in High Court Decisions: Commentary on F v W. & Ors [2024] IEHC 631

Date: Nov 7, 2024

Rigorous Scrutiny of Adverse Possession and Disability Accommodations in High Court Decisions: Commentary on F v W. & Ors [2024] IEHC 631 Introduction The High Court of Ireland delivered a pivotal...

Cheshire Estate & Legal Ltd v Blanchfield & Ors: Reinforcing Directors' Fiduciary Duties in Preparatory Competitive Actions

Date: Nov 6, 2024

Cheshire Estate & Legal Ltd v Blanchfield & Ors: Reinforcing Directors' Fiduciary Duties in Preparatory Competitive Actions Introduction In the landmark case Cheshire Estate & Legal Ltd v Blanchfield...

Ives v EWCA Crim 1415: Establishing Precedents on Special Custodial Sentences and Totality in Sexual Offence Sentencing

Date: Nov 6, 2024

Ives v EWCA Crim 1415: Establishing Precedents on Special Custodial Sentences and Totality in Sexual Offence Sentencing Introduction The case of Ives, R. v [2024] EWCA Crim 1415 represents a...

Separate Application of Liability Caps and Set-Offs in Contractual Agreements: Topalsson v Rolls-Royce Motor Cars

Date: Nov 6, 2024

Separate Application of Liability Caps and Set-Offs in Contractual Agreements: Topalsson GmbH v Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Ltd ([2024] EWCA Civ 1330) 1. Introduction The case of Topalsson GmbH v...

Kovac v Crown [2024] NICA 72: Affirmation of Maximum Culpability in Dangerous Driving Causing Death

Date: Nov 6, 2024

Kovac v Crown [2024] NICA 72: Affirmation of Maximum Culpability in Dangerous Driving Causing Death Introduction In the case of Kovac, R. v King ([2024] NICA 72), the Court of Appeal in Northern...

Transition of Sentencing Guidelines: Modern Slavery Act and Historical Sexual Offences in Hussain & Anor, R v ([2024] EWCA Crim 1392)

Date: Nov 6, 2024

Transition of Sentencing Guidelines: Modern Slavery Act and Historical Sexual Offences in Hussain & Anor, R v ([2024] EWCA Crim 1392) Introduction The case of Hussain & Anor, R v ([2024] EWCA Crim...

Clarifying Estoppel by Conduct in Adverse Possession Claims: Malik v Malik [2024] EWCA Civ 1323

Date: Nov 5, 2024

Clarifying Estoppel by Conduct in Adverse Possession Claims: Malik v Malik [2024] EWCA Civ 1323 Introduction Malik v Malik ([2024] EWCA Civ 1323) is a pivotal case heard in the England and Wales...

Proceeding with Trial in Absence of Defendants Following Withdrawal of Legal Representation: Hanna & Anor v Rex ([2024] EWCA Crim 1315)

Date: Nov 5, 2024

Proceeding with Trial in Absence of Defendants Following Withdrawal of Legal Representation: Hanna & Anor v Rex ([2024] EWCA Crim 1315) Introduction In the case of Hanna & Anor v Rex ([2024] EWCA...

Roberts & Ors v R: Establishing Precedents in Role Categorization for Drug Conspiracy Sentencing

Date: Nov 2, 2024

Roberts & Ors v R: Establishing Precedents in Role Categorization for Drug Conspiracy Sentencing Introduction In the landmark case of Roberts & Ors, R. v ([2024] EWCA Crim 1397), the Court of Appeal...

Baile Bhuachhlain Teoranta v Galway County Council: Clarifying Standards for Judicial Review of Planning Decisions

Date: Nov 2, 2024

Baile Bhuachhlain Teoranta v Galway County Council: Clarifying Standards for Judicial Review of Planning Decisions Introduction The High Court of Ireland delivered its judgment in the case Baile...

Judicial Review Affirms Adequate Consideration of Updated Noise Guidelines in Wind Farm Approval

Date: Nov 2, 2024

Judicial Review Affirms Adequate Consideration of Updated Noise Guidelines in Wind Farm Approval Introduction In the matter of Nagle View Turbine Aware Group v An Bord Pleanála (Approved) ([2024]...

Toole & Anor v Minister for Housing: Strengthening Mitigation Requirements in Foreshore Licenses under Article 6(3) Habitats Directive

Date: Nov 2, 2024

Toole & Anor v Minister for Housing: Strengthening Mitigation Requirements in Foreshore Licenses under Article 6(3) Habitats Directive Introduction In the matter of Toole & Anor v Minister for...

Collateral Payments Not Deducted in Bill of Lading Claims: Insights from AMS Ameropa v Ocean Unity Navigation Inc

Date: Nov 2, 2024

Collateral Payments Not Deducted in Bill of Lading Claims: Insights from AMS Ameropa v Ocean Unity Navigation Inc Introduction The case of AMS Ameropa Marketing and Sales AG & Anor v Ocean Unity...

Meta Platforms Inc & Ors v Gormsen: Establishing Precedents in Abusive Pricing for Data Extraction

Date: Nov 2, 2024

Meta Platforms Inc & Ors v Gormsen: Establishing Precedents in Abusive Pricing for Data Extraction Introduction The case of Meta Platforms Inc & Ors v Gormsen ([2024] EWCA Civ 1322) addresses...

Enhancing Sentencing Severity in Sexual Offence Cases: The CH, R. Judgment [2024] EWCA Crim 1401

Date: Nov 2, 2024

Enhancing Sentencing Severity in Sexual Offence Cases: The CH, R. Judgment [2024] EWCA Crim 1401 Introduction The appellate case of CH, R. ([2024] EWCA Crim 1401) before the England and Wales Court...

Totality Principle and Measured Reference in Sentencing: Insights from BB, R. v ([2024] EWCA Crim 1429)

Date: Nov 2, 2024

Totality Principle and Measured Reference in Sentencing: Insights from BB, R. v ([2024] EWCA Crim 1429) Introduction The case BB, R. v ([2024] EWCA Crim 1429) represents a pivotal moment in the...

Establishing the Relevant Date for Cohabitation Cessation: Insights from CD v ND (2024) CSOH 98

Date: Nov 2, 2024

Establishing the Relevant Date for Cohabitation Cessation: Insights from CD v ND (2024) CSOH 98 Introduction The case of CD against ND (Court of Session) [2024] CSOH 98 is a landmark judicial...

High Court Establishes Cost Allocation Principles for Legitimus Contradictor Motions

Date: Nov 2, 2024

High Court Establishes Cost Allocation Principles for Legitimus Contradictor Motions Introduction The High Court of Ireland rendered a significant judgment in the case of Custom House Capital Limited...

Admissibility of Computer-Generated Evidence: AEB & Ors, R. v (2024) EWCA Crim 1320

Date: Nov 2, 2024

Admissibility of Computer-Generated Evidence: AEB & Ors, R. v ([2024] EWCA Crim 1320) Introduction In the landmark case AEB & Ors, R. v ([2024] EWCA Crim 1320), the Court of Appeal for England and...