Julie Hamilton discusses some of the key differences when litigating in Scotland and England. There are lots of differences between the two judicial systems. Here we focus on 5 important practical points.
Thu 22 Apr 2021
Julie Hamilton discusses some of the key differences when litigating in Scotland and England. There are lots of differences between the two judicial systems. Here we focus on 5 important practical points.
This is the first article in our series on judicial review in Scotland. These articles will delve into the foundations of judicial review, explore current issues and look ahead to what the future might hold in this area of law.
In this introductory piece, we will provide an overview of judicial review, discussing its definition, the circumstances under which it can be invoked, the remedies it offers and the intricacies of the court process.
Expert evidence is a common feature of professional negligence claims throughout the UK. In Scotland (in contrast to south of the border) some judges regard it as essential. However, Lord Sandison's recent judgment in Cockburn v Hope [2024] CSOH 69 casts doubt on whether expert evidence is quite as crucial in all cases as some Scots lawyers might expect.
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