Commercial litigation EP11: General update

In this 11th episode of our series of commercial litigation update podcasts, we outline some recent cases on witness evidence and relief from sanctions, and give a very brief update on the disclosure pilot. We also cover some decisions on jurisdiction and pleading foreign law, including an important Supreme Court decision, and finally we look at the Supreme Court's recent decision in Lloyd v Google which has significant implications for data class actions. This episode is hosted by Anna Pertoldi, a partner in our litigation team, who is joined by Maura McIntosh, a professional support consultant, and Amel Fenghour, a senior associate.Below you can find links to our blog posts on the developments and cases covered in this podcast.High Court gives guidance on new requirements for trial witness statementsFurther guidance on new requirements for trial witness statements under Practice Direction 57ACCourt of Appeal refuses extension of time to plead dates of damage in claims arising out of oil spill, meaning some 28,000 claims cannot proceedChanges to Disclosure Pilot take effect todayJurisdiction clause in insurance policy confers exclusive jurisdiction despite no express words to that effectHigh Court finds defendant did not submit to the jurisdiction by applying for strike out at the same time as challenging jurisdictionSupreme Court confirms wide interpretation of “damage” for the purposes of the common law jurisdictional gateway for tort claims and clarifies when English law may apply to foreign law claimsSupreme Court finds claim for compensation under data protection legislation cannot proceed on “opt-out basis” in high profile Lloyd v Google case Speakers: Anna Pertoldi, Partner,  Maura McIntosh, Professional Support and Amel Fenghour, Senior Associate