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Appeal rejected in claim for professional negligence against former solicitor. Miller v Irwin Mitchell

Published: 15/03/2024 | News

The Court of Appeal unanimously rejected the appeal of Mrs Miller in Carol Miller v Irwin Mitchell LLP [2024] EWCA Civ 53 in a claim brought for professional negligence against her former solicitor. The case is notable for its discussion of the duty of care and scope of duty concerning legal advice clinics staffed by […]

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Leslie Millin succeeds at the EAT on Jurisdictional/Time point regarding reasonable practicability

Published: 12/03/2024 | News

Leslie Millin of Farrar’s Building was recently instructed to represent the Claimant at the Employment Appeal Tribunal, in relation to a claim of unfair dismissal. The Claimant was a litigant in person and was advised by ACAS during a telephone conversation that she should await the outcome of her grievance before commencing employment tribunal proceedings. […]

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Causation: Our material contribution – A Webinar by Farrar’s Building

Published: 07/03/2024 | News

We are delighted to welcome you to join Andrew Arentsen and Lindsey Hogg for the latest in our webinar series. Andrew and Lindsey will guide you through factual and legal causation, consent and the Chester exception. There will be a particular focus on divisible and indivisible disease, with reference to case law. The webinar will be streamed live via Zoom, […]

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Nigel Spencer Ley secures substantial damages in a Wrongful Birth claim

Published: 06/03/2024 | News

EFG & HFG v. NHS Trusts The Claimants’ son P was born in April 2017 suffering from a rare genetic disorder called Cornelia de Lang syndrome. He is now aged six and is very disabled: he has no understanding of language and cannot speak he is unable to sit unaided or to walk his growth […]

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Motorcycle hire claims – beware.

Published: 21/02/2024 | News

In circumstances where a motorcyclist claims to lead a ‘biker lifestyle’, attending biker meets and using the motorbike for most of their day-to-day needs, but has the availability of a car, should they be entitled to claim the cost of hiring a replacement motorcycle whilst repairs are taking place? The question recently became the subject […]

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James Nieto appointed Deputy District Judge

Published: 19/02/2024 | News

Congratulations to James Nieto who has been appointed to sit as a Deputy District Judge on the South Eastern Circuit by Lady Chief Justice. James remains a full-time member of Farrar’s Building. His new judicial appointment will see him on the South Eastern Circuit, on a part-time basis, alongside his busy, successful practice.

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Farrar’s Finalists, yet again: Legal 500 ESG Awards 2024

Published: 12/02/2024 | News

Farrar’s Building is committed to reducing or removing barriers at the Bar for wheelchair users and neurodiverse people. Continuing the momentum of our achievements last year, when we were announced ‘Winners’ in the ‘Best ESG Campaign’ category at the Personal Injury Awards 2023, we are delighted to have been shortlisted by the Legal 500 ESG Awards 2024 for […]

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Congratulations to Kieran Hilson

Published: 24/01/2024 | News

Kieran, who has been with us at Farrar’s Building for over 6 years, has today been promoted to Second Junior Clerk. This recognition by Chambers of Kieran’s development, is the result of his dedication and hard work. Please join us in congratulating Kieran and wishing him all the best for a bright future at Farrar’s.

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