Lawyers who practice in the field of the New York Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) and its federal counterpart, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), know well that the “deliberative process ...

Civil litigation in the United States has distinctive features that might come as a surprise to non-U.S. entities unfamiliar with the American system. Non-U.S. litigants must navigate a number of ...

Prevailing parties generally may recover costs other than attorneys’ fees on federal civil judgments, both in actions for monetary damages and injunctive relief (Federal Rule of Civil Procedure (FRCP) ...

The consideration and preparation of a costs budget in civil litigation is not easy. It can be time-consuming and often requires specialist input from costs lawyers. Since its 2013 introduction, it is ...

A James Cook University study is challenging the belief that the greatest cost of going to court is losing a case, arguing the legal process itself can leave lasting psychological scars.

This guide provides a broad overview of the litigation funding options available and when they may be appropriate. When ...