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Mozambique v Privinvest: Court of Appeal rejects challenge to joining Safa’s widow over alleged liabilities

The Court of Appeal upheld permission to join Iskandar Safa’s widow to proceedings over Mozambique’s alleged losses.

Fargro Ltd v Hide: EAT upholds appeal on contributory fault but orders review of unfair dismissal compensation

The EAT rejected an employer’s contributory fault appeal but set aside a compensation reduction pending further findings on procedural fairness.

Republic of India v RAKIA: Court of Appeal upholds investor-state arbitration jurisdiction

The Court of Appeal dismisses India’s challenge, ruling that government action affecting a company’s operations directly applied to an investor’s shareholding.

Russian Federation v Hulley Enterprises: Court of Appeal orders £975,000 security for costs

The Court of Appeal orders Russia to provide £975,000 security for costs, citing enforcement risks and delayed payments.

Privy Council quashes Warren Cassell’s conviction but orders acquittal in Montserrat proceeds case

The Privy Council rejects the prosecution’s appeal over trial procedure but quashes Warren Cassell’s conviction because of a defective indictment.

Ministry of Defence v O’Connell: High Court rules earlier judgement admissible in contempt proceedings

The High Court rejects a bid to exclude an earlier fundamental dishonesty judgement from subsequent contempt proceedings.

Serapid v Octavius: High Court refuses summary judgement in lift subcontract dispute

Octavius Infrastructure successfully resisted enforcement of an adjudicator’s award after the High Court found a genuine dispute over contract formation.

DWF supports Wille Finance in Norell investment

DWF has guided Wille Finance on its investment in Norell through Codex Capital Partners, showcasing expertise in cross-border transactions