New law to reverse PACCAR and make justice more accessible

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The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and HM Courts & Tribunals Service has announced the introduction of a law that will assist people pursuing claims against businesses to secure funding from third parties when launching claims. The purpose of the new law is to facilitate access to justice and hold corporations to account, restoring the position which existed before the judgment of R (on the application of PACCAR Inc and others) (Appellants) v Competition Appeal Tribunal and others (Respondents) [2023] UKSC 28. Lord Chancellor, Alex Chalk, said 'this important change will mean more victims can secure vital third party funding to level the playing field and support their fight for justice.' Additionally, the government is considering its options for a wider review of the sector and third-party litigation.