When something threatens your business, waiting for a trial isn’t always an option. Injunctive relief gives you the power to stop someone doing something or to put something right, often within hours. Whether you’re seeking injunctive relief or defending against an injunction, this guide explains how it works, when it applies, and what steps […]
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Yes, held the Commercial Court. In Alafco Irish Aircraft Leasing Sixteen Ltd v Hong Kong Airlines Ltd [2019] EWHC 3668 (Comm) the parties had entered into a lease which contained a clause that the Defendant (who was the lessee) was to pay all of the Claimant’s (the lessor’s) “reasonable costs and expenses” of litigation, including its legal
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Airbus SAS v Generali Italia SPA and others [2019] EWCA Civ 805 In its recent decision Airbus SAS v Generali Italia SPA and others, the Court of Appeal dismissed an appeal against a declaration that the English court had jurisdiction to determine a claim by insurers concerning damage to an aircraft pursuant to an English jurisdiction
Oh dear. A company owes you money. They know they are supposed to pay you, but they’ve just gone silent. What is the quickest way to recover an undisputed debt like this? Generally, you have two choices: Commence a conventional debt recovery claim Depending on the amount you’re owed, you can take the debtor to
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If your company owes money to a creditor, and you haven’t responded to their requests for payment, they might send you a Statutory Demand. This is not a formal court document, but if you ignore it the next step could be a Winding-up Petition. Why would they send a Winding-up Petition? A creditor might choose to
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It can be stressful when you find yourself involved in a business dispute, especially if you’re a partnership or SME. As business solicitors, we’ve resolved all sorts of business disputes. Here are some of the self-help measures you can take to avoid business disputes in the first place. Draw up proper agreements A small business is
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