Insurance and commercial dispute resolution

COVID-19

The ongoing litigation regarding business interruption insurance claims arising out of COVID-19 closures continues, with further arguments about the extent of coverage under various policies, but the deadline for bringing proceedings is now fast approaching. Find out more in our article here.

Supply chain issues

Increasing overseas conflict and political instability, coupled with the global sanctions regime, mean that supply chain issues remain a top priority for retailers, potentially resulting in litigation or arbitration arising out of force majeure, termination and frustration.

Group actions

Focus on group actions in England and Wales has been steadily increasing in recent years. Retail companies may find themselves in the position of claimant or defendant, offering both opportunities and risks. Our guide to group actions is available here: Guide to Group Actions.

Litigation funding

In December 2025, the Government confirmed its intention to introduce legislation "as soon as Parliamentary time allows" to reverse the Supreme Court's 2023 decision in PACCAR and to implement regulation of third-party litigation funding agreements. Once these changes have been implemented the Government will consider the wider litigation funding reforms proposed by the Civil Justice Council. We discussed the Government's announcement in our article here.

Open justice

The Public Domain Documents Pilot came into force on 1 January 2026, operating in the Commercial Court, the London Circuit Commercial Court and the Financial List. The pilot makes it easier for members of the public to access certain documents used or referred to in public hearings.

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