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A summary checklist and timeline for bringing misfeasance, fraudulent trading and wrongful trading claims under sections 212, 213, 246ZA, 214 and 246ZB of the Insolvency Act 1986

A summary checklist and timeline for bringing misfeasance, fraudulent trading and wrongful trading claims under sections 212, 213, 246ZA, 214 and 246ZB of the Insolvency Act 1986 Checklist This Checklist is in relation to claims under sections 212–214, 246ZA and 246ZB of the Insolvency Act 1986 (IA 1986), being commenced by an insolvency office-holder. For further reading on claims under IA 1986, ss 212–214, 246ZA and 246ZB generally, see Practice Notes: • Misfeasance claims under section 212 of the Insolvency Act 1986 • Fraudulent trading claims under sections 213 and 246ZA of the Insolvency Act 1986 • Wrongful trading claims under sections 214 and 246ZB of the Insolvency Act 1986 Step/action Time (days) Section/rule 1. Investigate the events and circumstances leading to the insolvency of the company and the matters giving rise to the claim(s) against the respondent(s). This would include obtaining the company's books and records, interviewing directors, former directors and any persons with information concerning the promotion, formation, business, dealings, affairs or property of the company.It...

Establishing a share incentive plan (SIP) and granting SIP awards—all-encompassing resource pack

Establishing a share incentive plan (SIP) and granting SIP awards—all-encompassing resource pack For more general information on share incentive plans (SIPs), see Practice Note: What is a share incentive plan? Step Details of step Lexis®PSL resources required to implement step Timing of step 1 Determine whether the company qualifies to operate a SIP. The SIP regime is prescriptive and sets out numerous requirements that must be met at the time the awards are granted, including in relation to the company granting the awards. It is essential to establish whether the company whose shares are being granted under award qualifies to operate a SIP first. The proposed award holder(s) must also meet certain requirements in order to be granted SIP awards. For further detailed information on the SIP eligibility requirements relating to the company, see Practice Note: SIPs—qualifying companies and type of shares. For further detailed information on the SIP eligibility requirements relating to the employee, see Practice Note: SIPs—who can be granted an award? For a checklist...

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Ireland—Procedure in the Commercial Court—flowchart

Ireland—Procedure in the Commercial Court—flowchart This Flowchart provides a simple diagrammatic illustration of the procedure in the Commercial Court pursuant to Order 63A of the Rules of the Superior Courts (RSC) which is supplemented by High Court Practice Direction 122. It should be read in conjunction with Practice Note: Ireland—Commercial Court—Rules and Procedures. Note 1 (High Court proceedings issued) High Court proceedings are issued in the Central Office in the usual way. For guidance on issuing court proceedings, see Practice Note: Ireland—Starting a civil action. Note 2 (Entry application filed) One or all of the parties applies for entry into the Commercial Court by notice of motion supported by a solicitor’s certificate in accordance with Order 63A, Rule 4(2) RSC.. Note 3 (Entry application hearing) The entry application requires a hearing (even if on consent) as the judge has discretion on whether or not to enter the proceedings. Entry is either granted or refused. Costs of the application may be awarded against the applicant if their application is unsuccessful....

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Social media and user-generated content

Social media and user-generated content This Practice Note examines some of the key risks associated with a brand’s usage of social media and user-generated content (UGC). Its particular focus is on the potential infringement of third party rights, such as intellectual property (IP). It provides practical guidance on how parties engaged in such activities can mitigate those risks. Social media Social media is an extremely popular means of communicating online. Based on user participation and interaction, social media takes a variety of forms, including: • online social and business networking (eg Facebook, LinkedIn, Snapchat, Instagram) • online blogs (eg Twitter (now X), Blogger.com) • online forums (eg Mumsnet, Reddit) • online shops and auctions (eg eBay, Amazon) • online digital media sharing (eg YouTube, Vimeo, Flickr, TikTok) • online reference texts (eg Wikipedia) • online games and applications (eg World of Warcraft) User-generated content Increasingly, businesses are encouraging consumers to contribute material to social media platforms and are incorporating these contributions into consumer-focused advertising and marketing campaigns. Often, this might...

Skeleton Arguments in an appeal—general provisions

Skeleton Arguments in an appeal—general provisions This Practice Note contains guidance to the provisions contained within CPR 52, CPR PD 52A, CPR PD 52B and CPR PD 52C. It provides general guidance on skeleton arguments in appeals to the County Court, the High Court and the Court of Appeal. For more information on the scope of this content, see: Civil appeals: general and preliminary considerations—overview. Practitioners may also wish to refer to the following Practice Notes and Checklists: • Skeleton arguments • Starting an appeal in the Court of Appeal—Skeleton arguments • Responding to an appellant's notice—the written statement and respondent's notice—Respondent's skeleton arguments and supplementary skeleton arguments • Conducting an appeal in the County Court or the High Court—Filing skeleton arguments in appeals in the High Court or County Court • Skeleton argument—checklist • Civil contempt proceedings—appeals, purges and discharge • Supreme Court—documents for appeal hearing—on or after 2 December 2024 In addition to all and any relevant CPR provisions, practitioners should also comply with any provisions in...

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Tax disclosure—bond issue offering document

United Kingdom Taxation General The summary set out below describes certain taxation matters of the United Kingdom based on the Issuer’s understanding of current law and HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) published practice as at the date of this document, both of which are subject to change, possibly with retrospective effect. The summary is intended as a general guide only and is not intended to be, nor should it be construed to be, tax or legal advice. The summary applies only to persons who are the absolute beneficial owners of Bonds, who hold their Bonds as investments and who are resident and, in the case of individual shareholders, domiciled in the UK for taxation purposes at all relevant times. In particular Bondholders holding their Bonds through a depositary receipt system or clearance service should note that they may...

Letter of instruction to single joint expert—employment tribunal proceedings

Letter of instruction to single joint expert—employment tribunal proceedings Private & confidential [Insert name and address of expert] [Insert date] Dear [insert name of expert] [Insert case heading, eg Ms R Jones v Supermarkets Plc, ET Case Number: 12345] Instruction to act as single joint expert Thank you for agreeing to act as the expert witness in this matter. As you know you will be acting as a single joint expert. We act for [insert name of client] who is [bringing OR defending OR an employment tribunal claim against [insert name of opposing party/parties]. This letter has been countersigned by the solicitors acting on behalf of [insert name of opposing party/parties] to confirm their agreement to the terms of this letter. The aim of this letter is to provide you with the relevant factual background, key documents and to identify the issues you will need to consider. As an expert witness you will be aware of the need for you to comply with certain duties and ensure...

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A litigant in person has filed a list of documents for disclosure but has not filed a disclosure statement. Does CPR 31.21 apply and is there an automatic sanction for failure to provide a disclosure statement? Can the litigant rely on the documents without permission from the court or have relief from the sanctions?

A litigant in person has filed a list of documents for disclosure but has not filed a disclosure statement. Does CPR 31.21 apply and is there an automatic sanction for failure to provide a disclosure statement? Can the litigant rely on the documents without permission from the court or have relief from the sanctions? Disclosure statement CPR 31.10 sets out the procedure for giving standard disclosure. This requires a party to make a list of documents in the relevant practice form (N265) which includes a disclosure statement (see the annex to CPR PD 31A). CPR 31.10(5) requires a list of documents to include a disclosure statement which should indicate the individual statements listed in CPR 31.10(6): • setting out the extent of the search undertaken to locate documents to be disclosed • certifying that the party giving disclosure understands the duty to disclose documents • certifying to the best of his knowledge he has carried out that duty Unless the parties have agreed in writing that...

Coronavirus (Covid-19)—What happens in situations where an application needs to be heard before a certain date? Would the court be willing to provide relief if it is unable to arrange for an application to be heard?

Coronavirus (Covid-19)—What happens in situations where an application needs to be heard before a certain date? Would the court be willing to provide relief if it is unable to arrange for an application to be heard? The response of the courts to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has been patchy and confused. The position changes from day-to-day as to whether hearings should go ahead, whether they should be in person, and whether non-urgent cases should simply be adjourned or conducted remotely. At the time of writing the guidance suggests that where cases can be heard remotely, they will be—see: Coronavirus (COVID-19)-Civil and Family Courts guidance from Lord Chief Justice—LNB News 19/03/2020 93, and Coronavirus (COVID-19)—Guidance on telephone and video hearings updated—LNB News 19/03/2020 18, but the ability of the various court buildings to provide for this is highly questionable. In ongoing litigation there will be circumstances where a hearing is required within a particular time—for example an application to adduce expert evidence will be required to be heard before the trial....

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FCA secures convictions for insider dealing and money laundering

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published a press release announcing that it has secured convictions against Redinel Korfuzi and Oerta Korfuzi for insider dealing and money laundering offences, following a criminal investigation under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 and the Criminal Justice Act 1993. Redinel Korfuzi, a research analyst at an asset management firm, used confidential, price-sensitive information obtained through his role to unlawfully trade in shares of at least 13 listed companies between December 2019 and March 2021. The activity was carried out in collaboration with his sister, Oerta Korfuzi, and generated profits exceeding £1m. Sentencing is scheduled for 4 July 2025, and the FCA will seek confiscation orders to recover the proceeds of crime.

Lloyd’s insurers monitoring Iran-Israel impact on shipping

Law360, London: The London insurance market said on 18 June 2025 it will hold firm for now on marine cover for vessels operating in the Middle East, despite the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel.