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Court of Appeal clarifies scope of potential liability under the Misrepresentation Act 1967
A recent Court of Appeal decision provides welcome clarity for issuers on the scope of their potential liability under the Misrepresentation Act 1967, …
Employers may owe duty of care to employees in conduct and settlement of claims
The Court of Appeal has ruled that a Police Commissioner, who was sued for vicarious liability for the actions of police officers, might arguably …
Court of Appeal considers jurisdiction test in tort claims against employees under Brussels regime
The Court of Appeal has held that claims in conspiracy against former employees did not come within the employment jurisdiction provisions in the Lugano …
Supreme Court finds tort of malicious prosecution extends to civil claims
The Supreme Court has held, by a majority of 5 to 4, that the tort of malicious prosecution is available for civil as well as criminal claims: Willers v …
High Court allows group claim to proceed against UK-domiciled parent company in relation to acts of subsidiary company abroad
The High Court has rejected jurisdiction challenges by a UK-domiciled company and its Zambian-domiciled subsidiary, allowing a group claim brought by …
Court of Appeal finds bank did not owe duty of care to undisclosed principal in relation to banker's reference
A recent Court of Appeal decision clarifies the circumstances in which a bank will owe a duty of care in giving a reference for a customer: Playboy Club …
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