When Defendants Overreach: Costs Consequences in Failed Dishonesty Allegations
Estimate read time 2 minutes 38 seconds Hakmi v East & North Hertfordshire NHS Trust & Anor [2025] EWHC 2597 (KB) This claim arose from the decision of the second defendant’s stroke consultant, Dr Metcalf at the Norwich & Norfolk Hospital, not to offer Mr Hakmi thrombolysis to treat a stroke on 16 November 2016, […]
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Clinical negligence in 2026 – the cost of harm under renewed scrutiny
By Matthew Best, Director – ATE Partnerships, Head of Personal Injury & Clinical Negligence Estimate read time 5 minutes 19 seconds The start of 2026 finds the sector in a familiar yet more finely balanced position. Political attention remains on the wider economic climate, and apparently this has pushed technical reforms such as fixed recoverable […]
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Security for costs and the start-up client – understanding the CFO’s dilemma
By Tadgh Kelly: Solicitor – Underwriting Director Estimate read time 3 minutes 57 seconds UK tech start-ups face real financial risk when disputes reach court. This article explores how security for costs applications can threaten viable claims – and how commercial litigators can help their clients manage this challenge through informed strategy and effective use […]
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Temple Legal Protection awarded Corporate Chartered Insurance Underwriting Agent status
Temple Legal Protection has been awarded Corporate Chartered Insurance Underwriting Agent status by the Chartered Insurance Institute, marking a significant milestone in the company’s history and its position within the legal expenses insurance sector. Chartered status is awarded only to firms that demonstrate the highest standards of technical competence, staff development and ethical conduct. The […]
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Temple Legal Protection Pays Tribute to Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People and Its Lasting Legacy
We are deeply saddened by the news that Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People (QEF) will be commencing a wind-down programme after more than 90 years of exceptional service to the community. Temple Legal Protection has been a proud supporter of QEF for many years, sharing in its mission to empower disabled people and help […]
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Litigation funding in 2025: regulatory clarity and what comes next
By Jamela Collins Technical Underwriting Manager Temple Legal Protection Estimated read time 4 minutes 10 seconds As 2025 progresses, the litigation funding debate has reached a key stage. With the Civil Justice Council’s final report now published and regulation firmly on the agenda, this article reviews what has been proposed, what remains unresolved, and what […]
Read More Motor finance claims – updated prospects for group litigation and ATE insurance
By Matthew Pascall, Legal Director – Head of Commercial Estimate read time 5 minutes 16 seconds Following the Supreme Court’s long-awaited decision in the motor finance commission case, claimant firms and litigation funders have been assessing its impact on the viability of high-volume claims and any corresponding need for After-the-Event (ATE) insurance. The UKSC ruled […]
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Beyond phone hacking: new challenges in media law
By Matthew Pascall, Legal Director – Head of Commercial Estimated read time 1 minutes 44 seconds The historic phone hacking litigation, concluded with a significant settlement in January 2025, shone a very public spotlight on unlawful practices within parts of the UK media. While the settlement marked a pivotal moment for privacy rights and accountability, […]
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Out and about in Autumn 2025
By Matthew Pascall, Legal Director – Head of Commercial Estimated reading time – 40 seconds Professional Negligence & Liability “The Ultimate Round Up III”. London, 16th October We are looking forward to meeting up many of our business partners, associates and experts at this event. Sponsored by Temple Legal Protection, this PNLA conference has a […]
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