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Press Round-Up: Regulatory and Professional Discipline – May 2026
Jack Garden
4 June 2014
Civil fraud - a claim for deceit
The Judge in the recent case of Leni Gas and Oil Investments Ltd and another v Malta Oil Pty Ltd and another [2014] EWHC 893 examined the legal principles applicable to the tort of deceit.
16 January 2014
How can I challenge a freezing order over my assets?
The purpose of a freezing order is to prevent you from disposing or dealing with your assets so that you cannot put your assets beyond the claimant’s reach should the claimant obtain and wish to enforce a judgment against you.
20 May 2013
Fraud Advisory Panel’s report published today: obtaining redress and improving outcomes for fraud victims
Fraud is a major threat to citizens, businesses and the government. The National Fraud Authority has estimated that the total annual losses from all fraud against all types of victims is now at least £73bn. The Fraud Advisory Panel has released its main recommendations today on “obtaining redress and improving outcomes for the victims of fraud”.
10 April 2013
Litigation and internal investigations: managing data risks to limit the damage caused by a sudden crisis
Caroline Jan looks at the risks associated with storing and maintaining data and sets out guidance to help companies manage exposure in the event of an investigation or litigation.
8 March 2013
Are Civil Law Remedies being under used by victims of fraud?
In a recent press release in December 2012, the independent fraud watchdog the Fraud Advisory Panel commented that the legal system in the UK was effectively fighting fraud with one hand tied behind its back by under-valuing and under-utilising the civil remedies that are available to victims of fraud.