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Glencore Energy UK Ltd v Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Ltd
Trower J's judgment in Glencore Energy UK Ltd v Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Ltd provides crucial guidance on when courts will grant leave to commence proceedings against a company in liquidation under section 130(2) of the Insolvency Act 1986. The case examines the balance between protecting a company's limited assets during liquidation and allowing creditors with proprietary claims to pursue their rights outside the statutory proof process.
United Kingdom Insolvency
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Wedlake Bell
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Injunctions Against Bond Calls: A Reminder Of The High Threshold - TTSJV V BAPCO
Explore the latest legal insights and regulatory updates across multiple practice areas including immigration, employment law, construction, real estate, and emerging technologies. From extended right-to-work requirements to smart glasses privacy concerns, discover how recent developments impact businesses and legal practitioners navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
United Kingdom Litigation
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Stephenson Harwood
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New CAT Certification Judgment Sets Important Markers For UK Collective Proceedings: JLP A&A Class Representative Ltd v Apple & Amazon [2026] CAT 75
The Competition Appeal Tribunal's certification judgment in a collective action against Amazon and Apple establishes critical precedents for UK competition litigation, addressing expert independence, class representative compensation, and the viability of indirect harm claims. The ruling certifies a £289-306 million claim while rejecting a larger speculative theory, setting new standards for methodology rigor and stakeholder remuneration in collective proceedings.
United Kingdom Litigation
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Travers Smith LLP
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Family Law Questions Answered: Divorcing With Assets In Foreign Jurisdictions
Separating finances on divorce becomes significantly more complex when international parties and assets are involved. High net worth individuals face particular challenges with property, investments, and business interests held overseas, which can create substantial hurdles to settlement and resolution. Understanding jurisdiction, disclosure requirements, and enforcement mechanisms is essential for navigating these intricate cases.
United Kingdom Family
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Penningtons Manches Cooper LLP
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Manchester City: Independent Commission Publishes Decision On Premier League Charges
An independent Premier League Commission has found Manchester City in breach of financial rules spanning nine seasons, with findings that the club artificially inflated revenues and reduced costs by over £900 million. The decision marks what the Premier League describes as the most significant case in its history, though Manchester City strongly disputes the findings and intends to appeal, setting the stage for further proceedings that could reshape English football's regulatory landscape.
United Kingdom Commercial
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Mishcon de Reya
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Pulp The Fiction? Piers Morgan V Earl Charles Spencer Explained
Piers Morgan has threatened legal action against Earl Charles Spencer over claims in his memoir 'Swan Song: Diana, My Sister' that falsely attributed intrusive photographs of Princess Diana to Morgan's editorship. The Earl swiftly apologized for the factual error, raising questions about how early apologies and offers of amends might affect potential defamation proceedings and damage awards.
United Kingdom Litigation
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Brabners LLP
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A Weak Mark, A Strong Case: Practical Lessons For Brand Owners From Flowerbx
The Intellectual Property Enterprise Court has ruled that combining descriptive words like "flower" and "box" does not automatically create a descriptive trade mark, finding FLOWERBX valid and infringed by a competitor's similar branding. The decision demonstrates how strong evidence of brand recognition and actual consumer confusion can be decisive in trade mark enforcement cases, particularly in the context of online retail where visual similarity carries significant weight.
United Kingdom IP
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Burges Salmon
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