Virtual events

Question 1

Disputes - clients

Answer 1

Representing RBS and RBS SEEL, since they were facing claims from Bilta and others

Bilta and others were guilty of MTIC fraud - all about exploiting VAT rules within the EU

Question 2

Disputes - why are clients being sued

Answer 2

Due to being allegedly responsible in terms of dishonest assistance (third party dishonestly assists and causes a loss to a beneficiary) and also vicarious liability (can sue someone who has done nothing wrong)

Question 3

Disputes - trial outcomes

Answer 3

Initial ruling was against RBS and RBS SEEL - held liable for £60 million due to dishonest assistance

Went to Court of Appeal, who demanded a retrial , but vicarious liability claim was denied

Has gone to Supreme Court on both sides