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Dispute Resolution roundup for week ending 23 August 2013

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Published on: 22 August 2013

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Table of contents

Contents
News analysis
September and October 2013 CPR Practice Direction amendments
Reference to the European Court
Expert evidence and delays
Non attendance at forfeiture proceedings
Injunctions and incite to breach contracts
New surveillance camera code of practice
Contempt of court
Landlords and their tenants health

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Article summary

Following on from the CPR update provided last week, this week we provide a round up of the changes to the practice directions as well as an indepth look at the changes which will take place when dealing with referrals with the European Court. We link to the DR blog which along with blogs this week also provides you with access to a free copy of the proportionality chapter in the New Cook on Costs supplement to deal with the Jackson Reforms. We continue to provide insights into the key news stories from the last week highlighting their practical implications as well as updating and producing new Practice Notes to ensure you are kept up to date.

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