Shining a Light on Justice, Empowering Your Legal Journey
Written by John Barwell
Former Citibank employee Barbara Wagner reveals how the bank used NDAs, HR misconduct, and data breaches to suppress a sexual harassment case—raising urgent questions about regulatory failure, judicial complicity, and the silencing of whistleblowers.
Written by John Barwell
A decade of procedural tweaks has not stopped judges’ lists and legal tactics from tilting the scales against litigants in person.
Written by John Barwell
A scathing look at how corrupt solicitors exploit Employment Tribunals—and how the SRA’s inertia makes it possible.
Written by John Barwell
A glaring date error in the Monarch Aircraft Engineering Employment Tribunal ruling challenges confidence in Britain’s workplace justice system.
Written by John Barwell
A clear, practical roadmap for LiPs to amend their ET claim and defuse intimidating costs threats.
Written by John Barwell
Employment tribunals were meant to be accessible for all, but unrepresented claimants—known as Litigants in Person—face a justice system that’s structurally rigged.
Written by John Barwell
NHS Resolution’s Practitioner Performance Advice (PPA) service enables NHS Trusts to frame whistleblowers as problematic, creating a covert mechanism to discredit them and suppress patient safety concerns.
Written by John Barwell
Observers in employment tribunals are vital in ensuring justice by documenting proceedings and addressing misconduct.
Written by John Barwell
When I wrote The Chimp, The Computer, and The LiP, I drew heavily on The Chimp Paradox, a book that explains how emotions and logic collide under pressure. The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene serves a similar purpose—especially for Litigants in Person (LiPs) navigating high-stakes litigation. Legal battles often feel overwhelming due to procedural complexities, tight deadlines, and aggressive opposition. Greene’s insights on power dynamics can help LiPs maintain strategic control without falling into ethical traps. This article explores five of his most relevant “laws,” adapted for self-representation, ensuring compliance with court rules while maximizing tactical advantage.
Written by John Barwell
In an era where justice is increasingly elusive, a disturbing trend has emerged—not from misguided litigants in person (LiPs), but from the legal teams representing powerful respondents.
