United Kingdom: Litigation, Mediation & Arbitration

Dispute Resolution analysis: The Court of Appeal has upheld a ruling that a payment made by a company director to a High Court Enforcement Agent (HCEA)...

Functional neurological disorder (FND) presents unique challenges in personal injury claims, often leading to allegations of dishonesty when symptoms cannot be explained by visible structural damage. Early diagnosis and intervention through multi-disciplinary rehabilitation can dramatically improve outcomes for claimants, yet limited specialist resources and delayed assessments frequently result in devastating consequences for those affected.

The Court of Appeal has dismissed a bank's challenge to the jurisdiction of the English courts under the consumer contract provisions of the Civil Jurisdiction and Judgments Act 1982 (CJJA).