Settlement perils and client regret: what can solicitors do to protect themselves?

The prospect of a client experiencing settlement regret is never far from the minds of litigation lawyers.

Implications of the High Court’s decision on advocate’s immunity

Settlement advice and discussions should be documented to reduce the prospects of a successful negligence claim. By SIMONE HERBERT-LOWE.

Vulnerable parties and settlement approvals

Although courts have a protective role in such settlement approval applications, particular care must nonetheless be taken by those acting for vulnerable parties. By ALEXANDRA…