Burrett v Mencap Ltd [2014] EW Misc B50 (CC) (14 May 2014)

The relevant period for acceptance of a Part 36 offer is fixed by the original offer and is not renewed or replaced upon variation; the rules are silent on any extension or renewal of the period upon variation.

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Citation: [2014] EW Misc B50 (CC)
Parties: Claimant: Claimant; Defendant: Defendant
Jurisdiction: England and Wales
Judgment Date: 14 May 2014
Procedural Posture: Application / Judgment
Outcome: application dismissed
Legal Topics: Interpretation of Part 36 Offers, Variation of Part 36 Offers, Costs Protection

Civil Procedure Interpretation of Part 36 Offers Variation of Part 36 Offers Costs Protection

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Application / Judgment

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1 Does variation of a Part 36 offer trigger a new period for acceptance or does the original period apply?

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application dismissed

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