I was instructed on a case centering on a dispute between neighbours. There were all sorts of involved legal issues at stake, including ownership of land, rights of way and restrictions on how the parties might use their properties in the future. Court proceedings were commenced after a few months of initial wrangling. But on the very first day of the hearing and, due to the huge costs at stake, the Judge was extremely quick to encourage the parties and their lawyers to reconsider settling the matter. Read on. >
This case related to a dispute regarding breach of contract and misrepresenation in the context of a property sale. After contracts were exchange, it came to light that the property’s rear garden did not have planning permission for residential use. The seller denied liability for misrepresentation. The purchasers threatened court proceedings. However, both parties expressed a willingness to mediate. This example shows how both parties achieved a swift resolution at a fixed cost of around £400 each. Read on >
