Introducing County Cost's Exciting New Seminar Service
County Cost Consultants is thrilled to announce the launch of our new seminar service, a testament to our commitment to prioritising our clients' needs and enhancing their understanding of cost law.
Let’s Talk Alternative Dispute Resolution
In recent years, legal disputes in the UK have been undergoing a significant transformation. One of the most notable trends is the growing emphasis on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods such as mediation and neutral evaluation.
Data Protection Reforms and Their Implications for Cost Law in the UK
Data protection continues to be a genuine concern in today’s digital era, with recent reforms set to reshape the legal industry significantly. The Data Protection and Digital Information Bill, anticipated to become law in 2024, aims to streamline the UK GDPR regime, striking a balance between reducing regulatory burdens and maintaining airtight data protection standards.
County’s First Accredited Trainers
County Cost Consultants are proud to announce their two newly appointed directors, Emily Dill & Thomas Walsh, are certified accredited costs lawyers.
An accredited cost lawyer is a professional who has undergone rigorous training and assessment to gain a formal certification that recognises their expertise in legal cost management and their ability to train others within this specialised field. This certification is awarded by the Costs Lawyer Standards Board (CLB), ensuring that the accredited trainer meets high standards of knowledge, experience, and teaching ability.
A Glossary of Common Cost Law Legal Terms in the UK
Cost law in the UK can be daunting, especially when confronted with specialised legal terminology. The following serves as a comprehensive glossary of common legal terms related to cost law, providing clear definitions to help understand the jargon encountered in legal documents or during proceedings. Whether you are a legal professional, law student, or simply interested in the varying elements of cost law, this breakdown of terms aims to demystify any confusion surrounding the cost law industry.
How County Cost Manages Industrial Disease Cases
Industrial disease claims represent one of the most complex sectors in personal injury law, not only due to the severity of the health issues involved but also because of the legal processes associated with claiming compensation and recovering costs. In these particular cases, the professionalism and expertise of County Cost excels, as the team guarantees that all financial aspects are carefully handled and victims receive the compensation they rightfully deserve.
County Cost Procedures: The Essential Methodology
In the complicated terrain of legal proceedings, cost lawyers and cost draftsmen play a vital role. These professionals specialise in the management and analysis of legal costs, ensuring that the financial aspects of legal services are transparent, fair, and strictly adherent to regulatory standards. The following details the step-by-step methodology employed by the County Cost team to efficiently serve their clients.
Housing Disrepair Claims & Cost Recovery
Within UK law, housing disrepair claims occupy a relatively large space, directly impacting the well-being and safety of tenants and homeowners. These claims arise when a property falls into a state of neglect or disrepair, violating the living standards that landlords are legally obliged to maintain. These claims involve not just an understanding of the law but also the complex cost implications tied to them. Herein lies the invaluable role of cost lawyers, professionals specialised in managing, assessing, and recovering legal costs, who ensure that claimants are not left financially disadvantaged by the legal process.
Women in the UK Cost Law Industry
In the dynamic world of UK cost law, women are carving out significant roles for themselves, bringing diversity of thought, leadership, and innovation to the forefront. As we look at the present and to the future, the contribution of women in cost law has become increasingly visible and impactful. At County Cost, we celebrate the strides made by women in the cost law industry, despite some challenges they face, and we envision a brighter, more inclusive future.
A Claimant Dealing with Professional Negligence
Personal injury and clinical negligence are two critical areas of legal practice, deeply rooted in the principles of tort law and duty of care. These fields address situations where individuals suffer harm due to the negligent, wrongful actions of others, be it individuals, corporations, or medical practitioners.
Cost Law Trends: From 2023 to 2024 and Beyond
Personal injury and clinical negligence are two critical areas of legal practice, deeply rooted in the principles of tort law and duty of care. These fields address situations where individuals suffer harm due to the negligent, wrongful actions of others, be it individuals, corporations, or medical practitioners.
Maximising Recovery in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence
Personal injury and clinical negligence are two critical areas of legal practice, deeply rooted in the principles of tort law and duty of care. These fields address situations where individuals suffer harm due to the negligent, wrongful actions of others, be it individuals, corporations, or medical practitioners.
Ramifications of Hourly Rate Changes
As mentioned in our previous blog, 2024 will see the full impact of the hourly rate changes introduced in October 2023. The primary reason for this change is the need to align the rates with the current economic scenario.
Hourly Rates 2024 for Cost Lawyers
Entering 2024, legal costs in the UK are set to undergo a significant transformation, particularly concerning the guideline hourly rates for cost lawyers. This change, stemming from a comprehensive review by the Civil Justice Council and endorsed by Sir Geoffrey Vos, the Master of the Rolls, marks a pivotal shift for those in the costs industry.
Commercial Litigation and Cost Lawyers
Commercial litigation is often positioned at the intersection of business disputes. It can involve a multitude of issues, from shareholder disputes, breaches of contracts, and professional negligence to class action lawsuits and debt recovery.
Expert Costs Drafting, What Does It Entail?
County Cost’s Services. Expert Costs Drafting, What Does It Entail? In the world of UK legal proceedings, the role of cost lawyers often goes unsung.
County Case Study: Smith/Norfolk
Recently, County Cost succeeded in a monumental win in regards to an overturned appeal case, headed by Thomas Walsh. The client was awarded their full costs, due to the diligence and experience of the County team. Without the confidence, commitment and superior knowledge that County Cost exemplified, this particular client would not have succeeded in recovering their costs in part due to a lesser-known supporting argument regarding CPR 3.14.