Alexandra McVean has written an article for Today's Wills & Probate on the Winehouse v Parry & Gourlay case, showing that pursuing weak claims with aggressive litigation tactics, unsupported allegations, and an unreasonable approach to settlement can lead to very costly indemnity costs orders.
Alexandra comments "In litigation, the general rule is that the unsuccessful party will be ordered to pay the successful party’s costs, although the court may also make a different order after considering all the circumstances of the case."
Read the full article here.