Can English courts block U.S. discovery? Cross-border litigation often resembles a high-stakes chess match, where moves made on one side of the Atlantic can drastically alter the game on the other. For legal practitioners involved in international disputes, understanding how different jurisdictions interact is not just academic—it is a strategic

For decades, the Arbitration Act of 1996 has been the bedrock of English arbitration, providing a robust framework that has made London a leading global seat for resolving complex disputes. However, as commerce evolves, so too must the laws that govern it. A significant development is the Arbitration Act 2025,

The landscape of commercial fraud claims has been significantly altered by a recent landmark decision from the Privy Council. In Credit Suisse Life (Bermuda) Ltd v Ivanishvili, the court delivered a judgment that reshapes the understanding of the tort of deceit, making it more accessible for victims of misrepresentation to

A Major Shift in UK Tax Enforcement The UK is preparing for one of the most significant changes to its tax-enforcement framework in decades, with the government announcing a new whistleblower reward scheme designed to incentivise individuals to report serious tax fraud and avoidance. The reform represents a decisive shift

Abuse of process is a doctrine in English law that allows the court to stay or strike out proceedings where the court’s processes are being misused in a way that would be unjust or unfair. Although applied sparingly, it is an important tool to protect the integrity of the justice

Payment-in-Kind (PIK) Instruments: Investor Appeal and Associated Risks A Payment-in-Kind (PIK) instrument is a type of debt or preferred security where interest or dividends are paid not in cash but in additional securities or by increasing the principal owed. PIK instruments are common in high-yield bonds, leveraged loans, and certain