civil law
Insights from the EAT – Kaler v Insights ESC Limited [2024] EAT 195
In this episode of the Civil Law Podcast, Louisa Simpson interviews Pump Court’s Head of Employment & Discrimination, Heather Platt, about her successful EAT case, Kaler v Insights ESC Limited [2024] EAT 195. Heather gives invaluable insight into disability status by reason of conditions of neurodiversity; s.15 claims and emotional dysregulation as “something arising in consequence […]
‘What a Relief’ – How to succeed on CPR 3.9 Applications for Relief from Sanctions
Tim Salisbury is joined by Henry Hawkesworth in a new episode of the Pump Court Civil Law Podcast to discuss applications for relief from sanctions under CPR r.3.9. Henry and Tim consider the nature and application of sanctions, before offering practical advice about when applications should be made, what those applications must (or should) contain […]
Nazifa Chowdhury appointed a trustee of the Pituitary Foundation
We are pleased to announce that Nazifa Chowdhury, a barrister in our Civil team, has been appointed a trustee and company secretary of the Pituitary Foundation. The Pituitary Foundation is a national charity in the United Kingdom (with an international presence) which works to provide information and support to those living with pituitary disorders. Nazifa […]
Observations on two different public liability cases alleging breach of statutory duty under s.41 Highways Act 1980 (Duty to maintain highways maintainable at public expense) which gave rise to different outcomes
Applicable law As a matter of law, the burden of proving the injury and the circumstances of the accident, including the nature of the defect, lies on the Claimant. However, the burden of proof for the special defence under s.58 Highways Act 1980 lies on the Defendant. In terms of what a Claimant must prove […]
Pump Court retains its ISO accreditation for seventh year
Following a successful audit process, Pump Court Chambers has retained its ISO accreditation (ISO 9001:2015) for another year with no issues raised. ISO is a globally recognised standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS). It is the most widely used QMS standard in the world, with over 1.1 million certificates issued in 178 countries. The 2015 […]
Naomi Gyane appointed to the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service
We are very pleased to announce that Naomi Gyane has been appointed to the role of Legally Qualified Chair in the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service (MPTS). The MPTS run hearings for doctors, physician associates (PA) and anaesthesia associates (AA) whose fitness to practise is called into question. The legally qualified chair and other members make […]
Case summary – Kristie Higgs v Farmor’s School [2025] EWCA Civ 109
Executive Summary This case concerned the appeal of an employee who had been dismissed from her employment at a school for posts she made on her Facebook profile. One post opposed the teaching that gender is fluid and not binary. The other post contended that same-sex marriage cannot be equated with traditional marriage between a […]
MBL Seminar: A Guide to Employment Law for Personal Injury Lawyers
Speakers: Emma Sole Date: This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Thursday 20th March 2025 Venue: London SRA Competency: B CPD: 1.25 hours Level: Intermediate: Requires some prior subject knowledge Introduction Having familiarity with fundamental employment law principles is an extremely useful tool in the armoury of any personal injury lawyer; it can […]
Is it possible for a non-party to be designated as the “real party” in a claim?
A non-party can be the “real party” in a claim, Court confirms. Is it possible for a non-party to be designated as the “real party” in a claim? That was the question His Honour Judge Saunders (“HHJ Saunders”) had to grapple with in a recent County Court judgment for Luan Phillipe Pereira and Others v […]
Louisa Simpson appointed to the Sport Resolutions’ Pro Bono Service
We are pleased to announce that Louisa Simpson has been appointed a Sport Resolutions’ Pro Bono Service member until 2027. Louisa is Deputy Head of the Sports Law Team, and has experience and expertise which lends itself to advising and representing individuals (professional and amateur sports men and women) and organisations (sport’s governing bodies, clubs, […]
Louisa Simpson appointed a member of the Employment Lawyers Association Junior Committee
Louisa Simpson has been appointed to become a member of the Employment Lawyers Association (ELA) Junior Committee 2024-25. She looks forward to working with and supporting junior employment lawyers, collaborating with ELA’s other committees to contribute to training, social and pastoral opportunities.
