Disputes
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Dispute resolution mechanism precludes reference to court unless deadline met
Time is of the essence in relation to the referral
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Property tycoon Robert Tchenguiz in betting bills dispute
Tchenguiz is also fighting a similar case with CMC Spreadbet
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Litigation: More facts, less law
Stuart Pemble examines the significance of the result of a long-running dispute between neighbours Key points Facts are often a lot more important than legal principles when it comes to…
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A step towards compulsory mediation?
The Civil Justice Council has recommended stronger ‘encouragement’ of ADR, writes Jacqui Joyce
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Costs in property disputes soon mount up
Tribunal proceedings are meant to provide speedy and inexpensive access to justice. However, the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) can make costs orders in land registration cases.
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PP 2012/90
In Banner Homes Ltd v Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government the claimant based its challenge under section 288 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to an…
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PP 2003/50
Arbitrator’s powers. Both landlords and tenants might want to dig out the agreements for lease they have signed and have a close look at any arbitration clauses, following a recent…
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PP 2003/16
ADR agreement likened to arbitration agreement. A and B contract on terms that they will attempt to resolve disputes through mediation or other ADR procedure.
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PP 2002/210
ENE – smoothing the way to dispute resolution. A party to a dispute seeks the opinion of counsel, or, possibly, the views of a surveyor or medical specialist.
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PP 2002/186
Mediation starts to grow teeth. A litigating party who fails to explore the possibilities of mediation may incur cost penalities at the end of his day in court.
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PP 2002/116
In terms of profit and loss, the successful resolution of a serious dispute can go through your books as one of your better deals.