Civil Procedure Rules - Pre-Action Protocols: These rules establish the expected conduct and procedures before commencing legal proceedings. Different protocols exist for various types of claims including professional negligence, personal injury, and construction disputes.
Limitation Act 1980: Establishes statutory time limits for bringing different types of legal claims. Critical for determining the deadline for initiating legal proceedings.
Law Reform (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1934: Legislation particularly relevant when the claim involves personal injury or death cases. Sets out provisions for survival of causes of action.
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs the rights of third parties to enforce terms of contracts to which they are not direct parties. Essential for claims involving contractual rights.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Primary consumer protection legislation in the UK. Relevant for any claims involving consumer disputes or consumer rights violations.
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Legislation governing contracts for the supply of goods and services. Important for claims involving defective goods or inadequate services.
Practice Direction on Pre-Action Conduct: Provides general guidance and principles for behavior before litigation. Sets out expectations for parties in pre-action correspondence.
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation governing the handling of personal data. Must be considered when including personal information in legal correspondence.
