Welcome to the October Box Legal Newsletter!

Welcome to our October edition, featuring key legal insights, case law updates, and company news.

CoA opens way to claims over hidden car finance commissions

A landmark Court of Appeal ruling determined that car dealers had a fiduciary duty to disclose commission arrangements on finance deals before January 2021. The Johnson v Firstrand case, involving three successful appeals, established that dealers must have informed buyers about potential commission from lenders. This ruling could trigger further compensation claims from customers who were unaware of such arrangements when purchasing vehicles with dealer-arranged finance. Our Director, Daniel Morris comments:

Housing Ombudsman Report on damp and mould

The latest report examines severe maladministration cases ahead of Awaab’s Law. Our Associate Director, Linsey Carroll comments:

· Tribunal rejects bailiff’s reasonable adjustment claim

· 50 new rugby claims filed despite SRA investigation

· Successful workplace greeting discrimination case

· Think tank advocates for FCA regulation of Litigation funding

Our featured case law examines an ATE premium dispute where a claimant spent £28,000 pursuing disclosure of a £392 premium. Judge Rowley's ruling reinforced that based on the Court of Appeal’s decision in Herbert v HH Law, an ATE premium is not a “solicitor disbursement” to be included in a bill for assessment under the Solicitors Act, unless there is a legal obligation or professional custom to treat it as such.

Read more on the case here.

In November we will be celebrating in style with clients, family, and friends. This is an opportunity to catch up, reminisce and say thank you for all the support we have received over the last 20 years.

Join us at the Claims Future Conference on the 12th of November where our Director, Kirsten Roberts will discuss the highs and lows of Litigation Funding. Register for your ticket here.

Thank you for reading our newsletter! We hope you found the latest legal updates and insights helpful as you navigate the twists and turns of the legal world.

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