How not to rectify defects27 February 2020
In this article we discuss how employers procuring construction works can effectively manage the resolution of any defects that arise on their projects.
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Commercial Disputes Weekly – Issue 1718 February 2020
We look at the latest decision in the dispute between the Tate Modern and flat owners opposite its viewing gallery, as well as decisions on the risks of bringing speculative claims, and whether a disclosed and identified principal can enforce a contract entered into by their agent.
Commercial Disputes Weekly – Issue 1611 February 2020
This week’s Commercial Disputes Weekly has now been published, this week covering an important decision on interim measures available in support of arbitration, a useful decision on what to do where the parties to a contract cannot be immediately ascertained, and a decision on statements concerning the apparent order and condition of cargo.
Commercial Disputes Weekly – Issue 154 February 2020
This week look out for another significant Court of Appeal judgment on privilege, a decision on whether “warehousing” a claim always amounts to abuse of process, and a case on setting aside settlement agreements for mistake.
Proposed IAA Amendments29 January 2020
In this article we discuss the proposed amendments to Singapore’s International Arbitration Act.
WFW London Dispute Resolution Co-Head Rebecca Williams named in The Lawyer’s Hot 100 202028 January 2020
The Hot 100 “gathers together the best lawyers in the UK – the most daring, innovative and creative lawyers from in-house, private practice and the Bar”.
Commercial Disputes Weekly – Issue 1428 January 2020
This week look out for Court of Appeal decisions on the impact of a finding that an arbitration agreement was governed by English law and the latest on legal professional privilege, as well as an interesting insight from the High Court on the operation of search orders.
Adjudication and Insolvency: Exploring Bresco24 January 2020
In this briefing, we discuss a recent decision of the English Technology and Construction Court which provides useful guidance on exceptions to the general rule that a company in liquidation cannot pursue and enforce an adjudication.
Enforcement of UAE court judgments in India – A positive step23 January 2020
Judgments rendered by certain UAE courts are now enforceable in India.
Do you need to differentiate between construction operations and non-construction operations in your payment application?22 January 2020
A key decision in the TCC provides a timely warning to parties to check how their hybrid contracts work and to clarify exactly what a construction operation is.
Commercial Disputes Weekly – Issue 1321 January 2020
This week we cover an important decision on the limits of the court’s powers in support of arbitration, and cases which highlight the risks of pleading fraud or failing to fully comply with court orders.
No withdrawal from time charter under BIMCO Non-Payment of Hire Clause for previous unpaid hire instalments21 January 2020
In this article, we discuss the Commercial Court decision in The Caravos Liberty.
