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Vanquis v TMS Legal: A Landmark Claim Moves to Trial

The consumer credit sector is watching a monumental legal battle unfold. Vanquis Bank has launched high-profile litigation against Bournemouth-based solicitors TMS Legal. The core of the dispute revolves around tens of thousands of “irresponsible lending” complaints submitted on behalf of borrowers. Vanquis alleges these claims were weak or entirely …

Section 994 Limitation Period: Supreme Court Clarifies Law in THG Plc v Zedra Trust Company

Supreme Court confirms no limitation period applies to unfair prejudice petitions. The Supreme Court has now definitively resolved whether statutory limitation periods apply to unfair prejudice petitions under section 994 of the Companies Act 2006. In THG Plc v Zedra Trust Company (Jersey) Ltd [2026] UKSC 6, the Court …

Recovering Your Assets: Legal Remedies for Victims of Ponzi Schemes

Discovering that an investment opportunity was, in reality, Ponzi schemes are a moment of profound shock and distress. The realisation that your hard-earned capital has been swept up in investment fraud can be paralysing. However, while the situation is undoubtedly serious, it is not necessarily hopeless. English Law provides …

ESG Ratings Regulation: A New Era of Transparency for UK Investors

For hedge funds and long-term investors, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors have evolved from a niche consideration into a fundamental driver of capital allocation. However, the data underpinning these decisions has often been criticised for being opaque, inconsistent, and difficult to compare. Recognising the systemic risks posed by …

Understanding Commercial Litigation: Key Insights and Strategies

Navigating commercial litigation can be complex and daunting. Whether you are facing a breach of contract, a shareholder dispute, or an intellectual property infringement, understanding the legal landscape is crucial to protecting your business interests. This guide explores essential insights and effective strategies to help you manage these challenges …

GP-Led Secondaries: The Regulatory Risks of Private Equity Transfers

The private equity landscape is shifting. As exit opportunities in the public markets fluctuate, fund managers are increasingly turning to internal solutions to manage their portfolios. One specific practice has caught the attention of regulators and investors alike: intra-group asset transfers. Often referred to as GP-led secondaries or continuation …

Litigation Funding

Philip Rubens / December 2022 The demand for litigation funding continues to rise as legal costs increase and businesses and individuals become increasingly aware of this alternative financing option. Litigation funding is a way of financing legal action by providing a third-party with money to cover the cost of pursuing

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