Litigation is changing says DLA
Series: Contract Journal ; 407(6311) 24 January 2001, 4(1)Publication details: 2001Subject(s): Summary: In October 2000 the courts introduced a Pre-Action Protocol, designed to bring warring parties together and so avoid costly litigation proceedings. This applies to all construction and engineering disputes regardless of size. According to law firm DLA, the culture of litigation is starting to change. The courts now strongly encourage an early and full exchange of information.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| News article | London News article | WB3705-03 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 110630-1001 |
In October 2000 the courts introduced a Pre-Action Protocol, designed to bring warring parties together and so avoid costly litigation proceedings. This applies to all construction and engineering disputes regardless of size. According to law firm DLA, the culture of litigation is starting to change. The courts now strongly encourage an early and full exchange of information.