19th December 2014
The article explores the legislative framework for making an application to annul a bankruptcy order and specifically applies it in the context of mental incapacity. In particular, the article considers the leading case law in this area, including the cases of Haworth v Cartmel and De Louville De Toucy v Bonhams 1793 Ltd, in which Rachel Sleeman successfully represented the bankrupt. Westlaw subscribers can access the article here.