Commercial Litigation EP23: General update

In this 23rd episode of our series of commercial litigation update podcasts, we look at the government's plans for the litigation funding industry, and a consultation on proposals regarding public access to court documents. We also consider two recent cases on costs – more specifically costs against non-parties and security for costs – and a recent privilege decision from the Court of Appeal. This episode is hosted by Maura McIntosh, a professional support consultant in our litigation team, who is joined by Damien Byrne Hill, a disputes partner, and Meg Lawson, an associate in our disputes team.Below you can find links to our blog posts on the developments and cases covered in this podcast.Litigation funding: Bill introduced to reverse effect of Paccar and Civil Justice Council invited to review the sectorProposed new rule would radically expand public access to court documentsHigh Court grants broad disclosure in support of non-party costs application against director / fundersSecurity for costs: High Court rejects parent company guarantee in favour of payment into courtCourt of Appeal decision on litigation privilege for non-parties, legal advice privilege for investigations, and the iniquity exception