# personal injury (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 8 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover personal injury. Page: Feed: --- ## [Morgan & Morgan is #5 in AI in its own hometown.](https://lawshift.substack.com/p/morgan-and-morgan-is-5-in-ai-in-its) _2026-08-21 · Nick Kringas · LawSHIFT Pre-Intake AI_ AI for PI Index™ · Data as of August 19, 2026 ## [THROWBACK FRIDAY: AVOIDING NEGLIGENCE CLAIMS IN LITIGATION AN 8 POINT SURVIVAL GUIDE (AUGUST 2019): AND LOOK AT THE LINKS…](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/21/throwback-friday-avoiding-negligence-claims-in-litigation-an-8-point-survival-guide-august-2019/) _2026-08-21 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ This week we go back to August 2019 with a simple (but I hope effective) post on avoiding negligence claims in civil litigation. Eight of the major problem areas were identified and succinct solutions offered. (There have been hundreds of... ## [International Child Abduction: New Risk Of Criminal Liability For Abducting Parents](https://www.hja.net/expert-comments/opinion/family-law/international-child-abduction-new-risk-of-criminal-liability-for-abducting-parents/) _2026-08-21 · Monika Petrasova · Hodge Jones & Allen_ More than 500 children are taken out of the UK by a parent each year. A key gap in the law has now been closed: section 137 of the Crime and Policing Act 2026 makes it a criminal offence for a parent to take a child abroad with consent but then keep them there without it. The practical impact will vary depending on where the parent relocates and whether international remedies are available. The… ## [Enforcing A Final Financial Remedy Order Abroad: Australia And New Zealand](https://www.hja.net/expert-comments/blog/family-law/enforcing-a-final-financial-remedy-order-abroad-australia-and-new-zealand/) _2026-08-21 · Monika Petrasova · Hodge Jones & Allen_ With families and assets increasingly spread across multiple jurisdictions, enforcing a final financial remedy order abroad can be complex. This article examines how money judgments and non‑money orders made in England and Wales can be enforced in Australia and New Zealand, outlining the reciprocal arrangements in place, the registration process, and when mirror orders are required to ensure… ## [EXPERT WATCH 66: RED FLAGS AND EXPERTS (1) :THE DUTY TO CONSIDER THE RANGE OF OPINIONS: OFTEN “HONOURED IN THE BREACH”; OFTEN FATAL TO A PARTY’S CASE](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/21/expert-watch-66-red-flags-and-experts-1-the-duty-to-consider-the-range-of-opinions-often-honoured-in-the-breach-often-fatal-to-a-partys-case/) _2026-08-21 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ This short series is looking at how you can spot "red flags" when looking at an expert report. There are often aspects of reports that "don't fare well" when put under scrutiny at trial. "His response was that he usually... ## [EXPERT WATCH 65 : WHEN THE JUDGES SAY “WE ATTACH VERY LITTLE WEIGHT” TO A REPORT IT IS CLEAR THAT SOMETHING HAS GONE WRONG](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/21/expert-watch-65-when-the-judges-say-we-attach-very-little-weight-to-a-report-it-is-clear-that-something-has-gone-wrong/) _2026-08-21 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ This judgment is critical of the way in which an expert report was prepared. The problems were manifold in relation to the way in which the information was obtained, the way it was presented and the failure to consider primary... ## [PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation (PRCT) Investors: September 22, 2026 Filing Deadline in Securities Class Action – Contact Lieff Cabraser](https://www.lieffcabraser.com/2026/08/procept-biorobotics-corporation-prct-investors-september-22-2026-filing-deadline-in-securities-class-action-contact-lieff-cabraser/) _2026-08-20 · LieffCabraser · Lieff Cabraser_ SAN FRANCISCO, CA – (August 20, 2026) – National plaintiffs law firm Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP encourages investors in PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation (“Procept” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: PRCT) who purchased the common stock of Procept between February 28, 2024 and February 25, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”) to contact us immediately regarding the ## [30 Lieff Cabraser Lawyers Named to 2027 Best Lawyers Listings](https://www.lieffcabraser.com/2026/08/2027-best-lawyers-listings/) _2026-08-20 · LieffCabraser · Lieff Cabraser_ Best Lawyers in America has announced its 2027 recognition of “outstanding attorney leaders” in the U.S., a list that we are proud to note includes thirty Lieff Cabraser lawyers. The publication’s 33rd edition spotlights the top 5% of private practicing attorneys in the U.S., and is based on more than 3.8 million peer evaluations. This ## [Mark Chalos Talks to Fox17 About Ascension Saint Thomas Medical Mixup That Leaves 72-Year Old Tennessee Woman Paralyzed](https://www.lieffcabraser.com/2026/08/mark-chalos-talks-to-fox17-about-ascension-saint-thomas-medical-mixup-that-leaves-72-year-old-tennessee-woman-paralyzed/) _2026-08-20 · LieffCabraser · Lieff Cabraser_ Fox17 Nashville reports that a medication mix-up before “routine” knee replacment surgery has left a 72-year old Tennessee woman partially paralyzed and caused harm to three other patients at Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown in Nashville. The now-paralyzed patient was supposed to receive anesthetic prior to surgery, and instead was given potassium that led to ## [ANOTHER INTERESTING DISCUSSION (ABOUT INTEREST…): THE STARTING POINT IS THAT THE CLAIMANT IS ENTITLED TO BE COMPENSATED FOR BEING OUT OF ITS MONEY (NO MATTER WHAT IT WOULD HAVE DONE WITH IT…)](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/20/another-interesting-discussion-about-interest-the-starting-point-is-that-the-claimant-is-entitled-to-be-compensated-for-being-out-of-its-money-no-matter-what-it-would-have-done-with-it/) _2026-08-20 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ Here is a relatively short judgment on an important point - if the purpose of interest is compensatory what is the position if a claimant would never have earned interest on the money in any event? As we shall see... ## [Your 24/7 AI Media Buyer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/PoTvtIyNO9qo) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Finds placement, geo, and funnel leaks and proposes fixes you approve ## [Another Mock Inquest with Real Benefits: Mock Coroner’s Inquest 2026](https://www.hja.net/expert-comments/opinion/personal-injury/another-mock-inquest-with-real-benefits-mock-coroners-inquest-2026/) _2026-08-20 · Monika Petrasova · Hodge Jones & Allen_ This year’s Mock Coroner’s Inquest brought together over 100 professionals from EEAS, Essex Police and Broomfield Hospital to deepen understanding of the coronial process. Building on the success of the 2025 project, the event offered practical insight, strengthened cross‑service collaboration, and helped practitioners feel more confident and prepared when called to give evidence at an inquest.… ## [WHEN A COURT MAY MAKE NO ORDER FOR COSTS: THE FACTORS CONSIDERED: 12 KEY POINTS AND A USEFUL CHECKLIST FOR PRACTITIONERS](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/20/when-a-court-may-make-no-order-for-costs-the-factors-considered-12-key-points-and-a-useful-checklist-for-practitioners/) _2026-08-20 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ Some posts earlier this week concentrated on a case where the judge made no order for costs. This is an unusual outcome, but still one that has to be considered and the client warned about. Here we take a... ## [A new age in disclosure: The effect of disappearing messages](https://www.moorebarlow.com/blog/a-new-age-in-disclosure-the-effect-of-disappearing-messages/) _2026-08-19 · Lucy Martin · Moore Barlow LLP_ WhatsApp, Microsoft Teams, Signal, and other instant messaging platforms have become an integral part of most personal and business-related communication.… The post A new age in disclosure: The effect of disappearing messages appeared first on Moore Barlow LLP . ## [COST BITES 437: SHOULD THE DEFENDANT’S CONDUCT OF THE ACTION LEAD TO INDEMNITY COSTS BEING AWARDED? YES IT SHOULD…](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/19/cost-bites-437-should-the-defendants-conduct-of-the-action-lead-to-indemnity-costs-being-awarded-yes-it-should/) _2026-08-19 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ In this case the judge decided that the defendant's conduct of the litigation warranted an award of indemnity costs being made. There is an interesting consideration of the case law relating to when costs will be reduced because of lack... ## [INTEREST ON DAMAGES: (1) GENERALLY; (2) AFTER THE DEFENDANT FAILS TO BEAT A PART 36 OFFER: THERE IS NO NEED TO FIND DISHONESTY OR SERIOUS CONDUCT TO AWARD ENHANCED INTEREST](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/19/interest-on-damages-1-generally-2-after-the-defendant-fails-to-beat-a-part-36-offer-there-is-no-need-to-find-dishonesty-or-serious-conduct-to-award-enhanced-interest/) _2026-08-19 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ There are two issues of interest in this case. Firstly the judge's decision on the appropriate rate for interest on damages generally. Secondly the judge's observations that there is no need for the court to find misconduct to award enhanced... ## [WITNESS EVIDENCE WEDNESDAY: RED FLAGS AND WITNESS STATEMENTS (1): THE WITNESS THAT GIVES THE COURT THEIR OPINION](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/19/witness-evidence-wednesday-red-flags-and-witness-statements-1-the-witness-that-gives-the-court-their-opinion/) _2026-08-19 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ We have below a series of posts about the dangers of putting "opinion" evidence into witness statements. It has been a constant theme on this site for, at least, 12 years. There is no sign of this abating. Attempts have... ## [Sean Petterson Profiled by Law360 as a “Class Action Law Rising Star” for 2026](https://www.lieffcabraser.com/2026/08/sean-petterson-law360-class-action-rising-star-profile/) _2026-08-19 · LieffCabraser · Lieff Cabraser_ Law360 has published a profile of Lieff Cabraser partner Sean A. Petterson as part of its 2026 Rising Stars series, recognizing leading attorneys under 40. The profile highlights Sean’s work representing thousands of current and retired African Methodist Episcopal Church clergy and employees in litigation over alleged mismanagement of the Church’s retirement plan. Sean played a ## [A WIDOW CANNOT BRING AN ACTION UNDER THE FATAL ACCIDENTS ACT WHERE HER HUSBAND SETTLED THE PERSONAL INJURY ACTION AGAINST A CONCURRENT TORTFEASOR IN HIS LIFETIME](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/18/a-widow-cannot-bring-an-action-under-the-fatal-accidents-act-where-her-husband-settled-the-personal-injury-action-against-a-concurrent-tortfeasor-in-his-lifetime/) _2026-08-18 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ This case emphasises a long existing principle that a second action cannot be brought if a claimant, now deceased, has settled proceedings in their lifetime. This principle extends to concurrent tortfeasors. There are also important observations outside the realm of... ## [COST BITES 436: THE DEFENDANT FAILED TO BEAT THE CLAIMANT’S PART 36 OFFER: WAS IT UNJUST FOR THE USUAL CONSEQUENCES TO APPLY? THE IMPORTANCE OF INTEREST](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/18/cost-bites-436-the-defendant-failed-to-beat-the-claimants-part-36-offer-was-it-unjust-for-the-usual-consequences-to-apply-the-importance-of-interest/) _2026-08-18 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ Here we look at a judgment where the court considered an argument that the claimant had not beaten its own Part 36 offer. The judge held that the defendant's argument fell at the first post because it failed to take... ## [COST BITES 435: ANOTHER APPLICATION TO REVISE A COSTS BUDGET (DURING A TRIAL): WITH A DIFFERENT RESULT: SOME INTERESTING COMMENTS ON CONDUCT ALONG THE WAY…](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/18/cost-bites-435-another-application-to-revise-a-costs-budget-during-a-trial-with-a-different-result-some-interesting-comments-on-conduct-along-the-way/) _2026-08-18 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ We have had a number of cases relating to amending costs budgets recently. This one has a different result. The need to revise the budget arose from the judge's decision that there should be a separate hearing on damages. This,... ## [Save with community-voted codes (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/uBv4ZxPN6rBc) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Search thousands of community-verified coupon codes — 100% free, no account needed. ## [Elizabeth Cabraser Featured at UC Law SF’s Complex Litigation Ethics Conference](https://www.lieffcabraser.com/2026/08/elizabeth-cabraser-uc-law-sf-complex-litigation-ethics-conference/) _2026-08-17 · LieffCabraser · Lieff Cabraser_ Lieff Cabraser partner Elizabeth Cabraser will speak at the 5th annual Complex Litigation Ethics Conference, taking place October 15–16, 2026, at UC Law San Francisco, hosted by the Center for Litigation and Courts. The event convenes judges, scholars, and practitioners to debate cutting-edge ethics in class actions and multidistrict litigation. On October 16, Elizabeth will ## [MEMBER NEWS: HOW TO UPDATE YOUR CARD DETAILS TO MAKE SURE YOUR SUBSCRIPTION STAYS LIVE: FOUR SIMPLE STEPS IF YOU FIND THAT YOU CAN’T GET ONTO THE SITE](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/17/member-news-how-to-update-your-card-details-to-make-sure-your-subscription-stays-live-four-simple-steps-if-you-find-that-you-cant-get-onto-the-site/) _2026-08-17 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ I have had a number of enquiries asking how to update card details when a card has expired. I have outlined the four steps that need to be taken below. THE METHOD Log in to My Account on CLB.... ## [BACK TO BASICS MONDAY: LITIGATORS HAVE TO WARN THEIR CLIENTS THAT SOMETIMES A COURT MAKES NO ORDER FOR COSTS AT ALL: THE PERILS IF YOU DON’T](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/17/back-to-basics-monday-litigators-have-to-warn-their-clients-that-sometimes-a-court-makes-no-order-for-costs-at-all-the-perils-if-you-dont/) _2026-08-17 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ This post obviously follows on from the post earlier today where the judge made no award for costs after a trial. Neither side had "won" and, in any event, the amount spent in pursuit of the claim was disproportional. This... ## [COST BITES 434 : JUDGE REFUSES TO INCREASE CLAIMANT’S BUDGET AFTER TRIAL, EVEN THOUGH IT WAS NOT OPPOSED BY THE DEFENDANT: A PARTY MADE NO ATTEMPT TO EXPLAIN WHY IT NEEDED TO SPEND THE PRICE OF THE AVERAGE UK HOUSE ON ADDITIONAL DISCLOSURE](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/17/cost-bites-434-judge-refuses-to-increase-claimants-budget-after-trial-even-though-it-was-not-opposed-by-the-defendant-a-party-made-no-attempt-to-explain-why-it-needed-to-spend-the-price-of-the-a/) _2026-08-17 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ We are looking at another attempt to vary a costs budget. In this case the attempt was made after the trial and after judgment. Both parties, initially, sought large variations. Only the claimant proceeded with the application in relation to... ## [COST BITES 435: £4 MILLION SPENT IN COSTS AND NEITHER PARTY WILL RECOVER A PENNY FROM THE OTHER: A “PYRHHIC” VICTORY LEADS TO NO ORDER FOR COSTS…](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/17/cost-bites-435-4-million-spent-in-costs-and-neither-party-will-recover-a-penny-from-the-other-a-pyrhhic-victory-leads-to-no-order-for-costs/) _2026-08-17 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ This is case that should be considered by every litigator, and litigant. It involves legal expenditure on a major scale, with very little benefit to the parties at the end. The final result is unlikely to please either of the... ## [GIVING AN UNDERTAKING AS TO DAMAGES WHEN OBTAINING AN INJUNCTION: REMEMBER IT CAN COME BACK TO BITE (AND SOMETIMES BITE HARD…)](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/14/giving-an-undertaking-as-to-damages-when-obtaining-an-injunction-remember-it-can-come-back-to-bite-you/) _2026-08-14 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ When a party obtains an injunction they, usually, have to give an undertaking as to damages. There are now a number of cases where litigants have been found liable to pay damages as a result of that undertaking. We have... ## [Reasonable File Request in Probate Disputes](https://www.hja.net/expert-comments/opinion/dispute-resolution/reasonable-file-request-in-probate-disputes/) _2026-08-14 · Monika Petrasova · Hodge Jones & Allen_ The Legal Ombudsman’s latest guidance clarifies the limited scope of what beneficiaries can reasonably request during probate. Although they have an interest in the estate’s administration, access to documents and information is largely discretionary. With complaints in wills and probate rising significantly, LeO stresses clear communication, timely responses and careful expectation‑management as… ## [CAN DELAY IN APPLYING TO STRIKE OUT AN ACTION FOR ABUSE OF PROCESS BE AN ABUSE OF PROCESS IN ITSELF? THE DANGERS OF LETTING TIME GO BY](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/14/can-delay-in-applying-to-strike-out-an-action-for-abuse-of-process-be-an-abuse-of-process-in-itself-the-dangers-of-letting-time-go-by/) _2026-08-14 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ Here we have a case where it was argued that the defendant's delay in bringing an application to strike out for abuse of process was an abuse of process in itself. The case points to authorities that "acquiescing" in an... ## [THROWBACK FRIDAY: SIMILAR FACT EVIDENCE IN CIVIL CASES: AN OVERVIEW AND THE RELEVANT GUIDANCE CONSIDERED (AUGUST 2020)](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/14/throwback-friday-similar-fact-evidence-in-civil-cases-an-overview-and-the-relevant-guidance-considered-august-2020/) _2026-08-14 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ Man of the posts in August 2020 concerned the impact of Covid. This post is the exception. It arose out of a Court of Appeal decision that month that reviewed the principles relating to similar fact evidence in civil cases.... ## [Elizabeth Cabraser and Kelly Dermody Named to Benchmark Litigation’s 2026 “Top 250 Women in Litigation” List](https://www.lieffcabraser.com/2026/08/benchmark-litigation-2026-top-250-women-in-litigation/) _2026-08-13 · LieffCabraser · Lieff Cabraser_ Benchmark Litigation, the “definitive guide to the world’s leading litigation firms and lawyers,” has announced this year’s Top 250 Women in Litigation, a list that includes Lieff Cabraser patners Elizabeth J. Cabraser and Kelly M. Dermody. As noted by Benchmark, the women on the list “have earned their place by participating in some of the most impactful ## [Sync bookmarks across every browser (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/pcwxL46xiYgI) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Two-way sync across Chrome, Firefox and Safari; built-in ad and tracker blocker. ## [AN ORDER FOR WASTED COSTS NARROWLY AVERTED – BUT THERE WERE ISSUES ON BOTH SIDES: “NONE OF THE LEGAL PROFESSIONALS IN THIS CASE HAVE COVERED THEMSELVES WITH GLORY”](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/13/an-order-for-wasted-costs-narrowly-averted-but-then-there-were-issues-on-both-sides-none-of-the-legal-professionals-in-this-case-have-averted-themselves-with-glory/) _2026-08-13 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ This is a case where the judge found the conduct of a firm of solicitors "utterly extraordinary". However there were, in fact, a number of errors by both sides. This may (and probably would) have led to a wasted costs... ## [ATTEMPTS TO “REVISIT” THE PRELIMINARY ISSUES REFUSED: ALSO THE JUDGE WOULD HAVE PREFERRED TO SEE WITNESS STATEMENTS NOT JUST DOCUMENTS…](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/13/attempts-to-revisit-the-preliminary-issues-refused-also-the-judge-would-have-preferred-to-see-witness-statements-not-just-documents/) _2026-08-13 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ This is another case where a party attempts to "revisit" preliminary issues/a statement of issues that have been agreed and approved by the court. That application did not get very far. Further the judge observed that, although the parties were... ## [ADVOCACY THE JUDGE’S VIEW A RECAP OF THE SERIES 3: “THERE IS A SPECIAL RING IN HELL FOR A CERTAIN TYPE OF ADVOCATE”: WHY ALL LITIGATORS SHOULD KNOW THESE THINGS…](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/13/advocacy-the-judges-view-a-recap-of-the-series-3-there-is-a-special-ring-in-hell-for-a-certain-type-of-advocate-why-all-litigators-should-know-these-things/) _2026-08-13 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ Back in the dim and distant days of 2018 this site ran its third series on "Advocacy: the Judge's View". A new series will start shortly. However before that we are "recapping" on the guidance given in the four previous... ## [Jonathan Selbin to Speak at 2026 LF Dealmakers Forum in NYC](https://www.lieffcabraser.com/2026/08/jonathan-selbin-lf-dealmakers-forum-nyc/) _2026-08-12 · LieffCabraser · Lieff Cabraser_ Lieff Cabraser senior partner Jonathan Selbin will speak at the 2026 LF Dealmakers Forum in New York City this September. The annual event brings together leaders in litigation finance, law firms, investment, and related fields to discuss developments and opportunities across the legal finance industry. Jonathan will be featured during the Mass Torts portion of ## [People Suing Without a Lawyer Is a New Problem for the Insurance Industry](https://lawshift.substack.com/p/people-suing-without-a-lawyer-is) _2026-08-12 · Nick Kringas · LawSHIFT Pre-Intake AI_ This week the story comes from the other side - the attorneys who defend insurers. ## [The Evidence Is Mounting: The Pre-Intake Problem Is Here](https://lawshift.substack.com/p/the-evidence-is-mounting-the-pre) _2026-08-12 · Nick Kringas · LawSHIFT Pre-Intake AI_ Over the past several weeks, we have seen more evidence validating the Pre-Intake Problem™ ## [Pre-Intake Simulation #2 | Personal Injury AI](https://lawshift.substack.com/p/pre-intake-simulation-2-personal) _2026-08-12 · Nick Kringas · LawSHIFT Pre-Intake AI_ “Cases are won at intake” is something I’ve heard personal injury attorneys say. But Denise hasn’t made it to intake. ## [Pre-Intake Simulation #1 | Personal Injury AI](https://lawshift.substack.com/p/pre-intake-simulation-1-personal) _2026-08-12 · Nick Kringas · LawSHIFT Pre-Intake AI_ This series is for personal injury attorneys. Let’s see what AI is actually saying to injured people before they ever call a firm. ## [Deprivation of Liberty Redefined – What This Means For Deputies Managing Property Sales](https://www.hja.net/https/wwwhjanet/legal-services/court-of-protection-and-deputyship/deprivation-of-liberty-redefined-what-this-means-for-deputies-managing-property-sales/) _2026-08-12 · Monika Petrasova · Hodge Jones & Allen_ The UK Supreme Court has introduced a new, more flexible definition of deprivation of liberty, replacing the long‑standing Cheshire West test. Fewer individuals will now fall within the definition, increasing the likelihood of cases being referred to the Court of Protection. For property and financial affairs deputies, this shift may complicate evidence requirements and delay property sales where… ## [WITNESS EVIDENCE WEDNESDAY: THE PAUCITY OF EVIDENCE PROVIDED BY THE DEFENDANTS: AN APPLICATION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT CANNOT BE DEFENDED BY “BARE ASSERTION”](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/12/witness-evidence-wednesday-the-paucity-of-evidence-provided-by-the-defendants-an-application-for-summary-judgment-cannot-be-defended-by-bare-assertion/) _2026-08-12 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ The need to provide evidence and not simply make bare assertions is as important in applications as at trial. Here we see a case where the claimant obtained summary judgment in the face of a "paucity of evidence" from the... ## [COST BITES 433: WHAT ARE “SIGNIFICANT DEVELOPMENTS” WHEN YOU WANT TO VARY A COSTS BUDGET? WHY THERE WERE NO SUCH DEVELOPMENTS HERE](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/12/cost-bites-433-what-are-significant-developments-when-you-want-to-vary-a-costs-budget-why-there-were-no-such-developments-here/) _2026-08-12 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ We are continuing our consideration at the appeal case where the defendant's appeal against a decision to vary the claimant's budget. The first reason the appeal was successful was because the first instance judge found that there were no "significant... ## [Phong-Chau G. Nguyen Named to Benchmark Litigation’s “40 & Under Hot List” for 2026](https://www.lieffcabraser.com/2026/08/phong-chau-nguyen-2026-benchmark-litigations-40-under-hot-list/) _2026-08-11 · LieffCabraser · Lieff Cabraser_ Benchmark Litigation, the “definitive guide to the world’s leading litigation firms and lawyers,” has announced this year’s Benchmark 40 & Under Hot List, which includes a 9th-time selection for Lieff Cabraser partner Phong-Chau G. Nguyen. The annual list recognizes top emerging talent in litigation across the United States and Canada. Congratulations, Phong! About Phong-Chau Nguyen ## [COST BITES 432: THE COURT CANNOT ALTER THE COSTS BUDGET UNLESS THERE ARE “SIGNIFICANT DEVELOPMENTS” : HIGH COURT DECISION](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/11/cost-bites-432-the-court-cannot-alter-the-costs-budget-unless-there-is-are-significant-developments-high-court-decision/) _2026-08-11 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ This case reiterates the essential point that the court has no freestanding discretion to vary a costs budget. An essential prerequisite of variation is that there must be a "significant development" that warrants a variation. There was no such development... ## [COST BITES 431: A CASE WHERE BOTH SIDES NEEDED RELIEF FROM SANCTIONS SO THAT THEY COULD ARGUE ISSUES OF COSTS: THE PROBLEMS FLOCK TOGETHER…](https://www.civillitigationbrief.com/2026/08/11/cost-bites-431-a-case-where-both-sides-needed-relief-from-sanctions-so-that-they-could-argue-issues-of-costs-the-problems-flock-together/) _2026-08-11 · gexall · Civil Litigation Brief \®\_ Here we look at a case where both parties required an extension of time in order to raise very significant arguments in relation to costs. The claimant had been late in filing essential documents for his own costs protection, the... ## [Appealing A District Judge’s Decision To Order Your Extradition What To Expect?](https://www.hja.net/expert-comments/blog/criminal-defence/appealing-a-district-judges-decision-to-order-your-extradition-what-to-expect/) _2026-08-10 · Monika Petrasova · Hodge Jones & Allen_ If a District Judge orders extradition at Westminster Magistrates Court, you have seven days to seek permission to appeal to the Administrative Court. Legal aid is available, and appeals must include the Magistrates Court documents and written arguments challenging the decision. New evidence can only be introduced in limited circumstances and requires specialist advice. The Court usually takes 3 -… ## [Kara McBride Named to Bloomberg Law’s “They’ve Got Next: The 40 Under 40”](https://www.lieffcabraser.com/2026/08/kara-mcbride-bloomberg-law-theyve-got-next-40-under-40/) _2026-08-07 · LieffCabraser · Lieff Cabraser_ We are pleased to announce that Lieff Cabraser partner Katherine “Kara” McBride has been named to Bloomberg Law’s 2026 “They’ve Got Next: The 40 Under 40” list. Now in its sixth year, “They’ve Got Next” recognizes exceptional young attorneys from across the U.S. who are helping shape the future of the legal profession. Honorees were ## [SEO Explains 4% of AI Visibility. We Went Looking for the Other 96%.](https://lawshift.substack.com/p/seo-explains-4-of-ai-visibility-we) _2026-08-07 · Nick Kringas · LawSHIFT Pre-Intake AI_ Where AI gets its answers about personal injury firms: firm websites first, directories second, and Google authority barely at all. ## [Pedestrian Accidents in Ontario: Understanding Your Rights After Being Hit by a Vehicle](https://nelliganlaw.ca/pedestrian-accidents-in-ontario-understanding-your-rights-after-being-hit-by-a-vehicle/) _2026-08-07 · Hannah Saunders · Nelligan Law_ Walking should be one of the safest ways to get around. Whether you’re commuting, running errands, or simply enjoying a walk in your neighbourhood, you expect drivers to respect the \[…\] The post Pedestrian Accidents in Ontario: Understanding Your Rights After Being Hit by a Vehicle appeared first on Nelligan Law . ## [Understanding Suspended Sentences Under the Sentencing Act 2026](https://www.hja.net/expert-comments/blog/criminal-defence/understanding-suspended-sentences-under-the-sentencing-act-2026/) _2026-08-07 · Monika Petrasova · Hodge Jones & Allen_ The Sentencing Act 2026 introduces significant changes to how suspended sentences are applied in England and Wales. This overview explains what a suspended sentence is, how community orders fit into the regime, and the new rules affecting sentences of 12 months or less and the increased availability of suspended terms. These reforms aim to ease pressure on the prison system while ensuring… ## [National Road Victim Month: A Time for Remembrance and Road Safety Awareness](https://www.hja.net/expert-comments/opinion/personal-injury/national-road-victim-month-a-time-for-remembrance-and-road-safety-awareness/) _2026-08-07 · Monika Petrasova · Hodge Jones & Allen_ National Road Victim Month is a time to honour those killed or seriously injured on UK roads and to recognise the profound impact collisions have on families and communities. It also serves as an important reminder of the preventable nature of most road incidents and the need for continued awareness and safer behaviours from all road users. The post National Road Victim Month: A Time for…