Case Reviews
Adcamp LLP v Office Properties PL Limited & Ors – Substituting parties after limitation: The Second Gateway narrows
On 6 February 2026, the Court of Appeal handed down a significant decision on the amendment and substitution of parties after the expiry of a
When WhatsApp costs you the Hearing: Key take-aways from MacInnes & Anor v DWF Law LLP [2025] EWHC 3252 (SCCO)
In a recent Solicitors Act detailed assessment dispute, the Senior Courts Costs Office (Costs Judge Nagalingam) delivered an important ruling on the scope of a solicitor’s
Wasted costs and “Negligence”: Employment Appeal Tribunal clarifies the threshold in Gurney v Randall & Others [2025] EAT 154
Introduction On 23 October 2025, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) handed down its judgment in Gurney v Randall & Others [2025] EAT 154, a case that
The role of Pamplin in Election Applications under CPR 47PD 13.3
This blog has been written by Ellis Tubb, Junior Legal Drafter at 8PP. Ellis recently graduated from our Training Academy, and this is one of
Birmingham v Lee revisited in allocation appeal
The recent appeal decision in Fishwick v Gentoo Group Limited has provided further clarification on allocation and costs in housing disrepair litigation. The appeal was heard by
Court awards pre-allocation costs in housing disrepair claim despite omission of CPR 46.11
Guidance from Craig Leigh on the continuing application of Birmingham City Council v Lee and court discretion on pre-allocation costs In Carter v Leeds City Council (County
Court Clarifies protocol compliance in Housing Disrepair Claims
Guidance for landlords and tenants on expert evidence under the Housing Conditions Protocol In Lancastle v Curo Group (Albion) Limited [2025] EWCC 48 – a combined
A key win for clarity in track allocation of housing disrepair claims: Matthews v Nottingham City Council
Akshit Vohra of 8PP examines how Rules 26.9, 26.13 and the overriding objective of the Civil Procedure Rules align in securing appropriate track allocation
Supreme Court clarifies car finance commission law: What Johnson v FirstRand Bank means for consumers and lenders
On 1 August 2025, the Supreme Court delivered its long-awaited judgment in Johnson v FirstRand Bank and the conjoined appeals of Hopcraft and Wrench. The case concerned whether undisclosed
Awaab’s Law: Government sets timeline for enforcing new damp and mould standards
Last week, the UK Government issued a formal written statement setting out the implementation timetable and regulatory framework for Awaab’s Law – a critical reform mandating
ADR and Court Process: When tenants can say no
Hasan v Bristol City Council: Tenant rights strengthened as Stay Application refused In a recent case at Bristol County Court, the court has demonstrated that
Court of Appeal Ruling in Expert Tooling and Automation Limited v Engie Power Limited: A Strong Judicial Signal for PCP Appeals?
The Court of Appeal delivered its much-anticipated judgment in Expert Tooling and Automation Limited v Engie Power Limited [2025] EWCA Civ 292 last Friday (21 March 2025),
Housing Conditions claims: Legal victory secures justice for Tenants
Housing conditions claims can often be an uphill battle for tenants, especially when dealing with complex legal procedures and landlord opposition. However, a recent case
Allocation problems in Bristol? A major win for housing disrepair litigation
Neil Smith of 8PP successfully defends Tenant rights in Stojalowski v Bristol City Council. Neil Smith of 8PP has secured a significant victory in Stojalowski
Supreme Court reaffirms the Profit Rule for Fiduciaries: Implications for the upcoming PCP Appeals?
The Supreme Court’s recent decision in Rukhadze and others v Recovery Partners GP Ltd and another ([2025] UKSC 10) provides a significant restatement of fiduciary duties
Influential housing disrepair case: Holding Landlords accountable
Ensuring safe and habitable housing is a fundamental right for tenants. However, when landlords fail to uphold their obligations, legal action may be the only
High Court Ruling on Omnibus Claim Forms: key takeaways
The High Court’s Ruling in Angel & Ors v Black Horse Limited & Ors [2025] EWHC 490 (QB): Implications for Motor Finance Litigation The High
Stenio Aladim wins tenant £8,500 & Order for Repairs vs. Birmingham CC
S v Birmingham City Council Factual Background S’s claim related to disrepair present in her end terrace house consisting of an entrance hall, stairs, open
Court rules car dealer owed consumer fiduciary duties in finance deal
F v Volkswagen Financial Services (UK) Limited Factual Background F entered into a Credit Agreement (“the Agreement”) with Volkswagen Financial Services (UK) Limited (“VWFS”). The
Court finds Black Horse consumer deal unfair due to commission
S v Black Horse Limited Factual Background S entered into a Credit Agreement (“the Agreement”) with Black Horse Limited (“BH”). The Agreement required S to
Craig Leigh wins ruling: Car finance commission was secret
G v CA Auto Finance UK Limited Factual Background G entered into a Credit Agreement (“the Agreement”) with CA Auto Finance UK Limited (“CA”) in
Spring Budget 2024: Multiple dwelling relief for stamp duty axed
The Chancellor announced that from 1 June 2024, the multiple dwelling relief (‘MDR’) to pay less Stamp Duty where a person is buying two or
Record complaints in 2023 over damp, leaks & mould in social housing
A record number of complaints from tenants about damp, leaks, and mould in their social housing were made in 2023. Despite social landlords having a
Car finance scandal – FCA probe sparks trouble for big lenders
Just as major banks and lenders try to recover from the cost consequences of the PPI scandal, where policies were missold or added to the