Judgment
In the matter of Jafar v Abraaj Holdings and others - Costs Judgment
FSD 0203/2020 (NSJ) · 2022-01-17
Costs orders to be made following leave to amend (by way of a complete redrafting of) the Plaintiff’s statement of claim – should costs be taxed on the indemnity or standard basis? – the proper approach to be taken where allegations of fraud, dishonesty and conspiracy are withdrawn otherwise than shortly before the trial – whether a percentage-based costs order should be made – whether to order that taxation take place forthwith – whether to order a payment on account and if so on what basis. Civil Procedure; Costs and Expenses; Commercial Litigation; Insolvency
Full metadata
| Cause Number | FSD 0203/2020 (NSJ) |
|---|---|
| Court | CIGC (FSD) |
| Judge | Segal J |
| Parties | In the matter of Jafar v Abraaj Holdings and others - Costs Judgment |
| Judgment Date | 2022-01-17 |
| Subject | Costs orders to be made following leave to amend (by way of a complete redrafting of) the Plaintiff’s statement of claim – should costs be taxed on the indemnity or standard basis? – the proper approach to be taken where allegations of fraud, dishonesty and conspiracy are withdrawn otherwise than shortly before the trial – whether a percentage-based costs order should be made – whether to order that taxation take place forthwith – whether to order a payment on account and if so on what basis. Civil Procedure; Costs and Expenses; Commercial Litigation; Insolvency |
| Filename (current) | 22-01-17-Jafar-v-Abraaj-Holdings-and-Ors.pdf |
Legislation cited
| Statute | Sections cited | Mentions |
|---|---|---|
| Companies Act | 97(1) | 1 |
| Grand Court Rules - Vol I - Orders (subordinate) | — | 1 |
| Judgment Debts (Rates of Interest) Rules (subordinate) | — | 1 |
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