Civil Procedure Rules 1998: Key procedural rules governing settlements, particularly Part 36 (Offers to Settle) and Part 21 (Children and Protected Parties). Essential for procedural compliance in settlement agreements.

Damages Act 1996: Crucial legislation governing periodical payments and the ability to vary payment terms in structured settlements. Provides framework for periodic payment arrangements.

Courts Act 2003: Contains important provisions regarding the enforcement of settlements and court powers in relation to settlement agreements.

Limitation Act 1980: Sets out time limits for bringing claims and has implications for payment schedules in structured settlements.

Law of Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1989: Fundamental contract law legislation affecting the formal requirements for creating legally binding agreements.

Income Tax Act 2007: Tax legislation relevant to the treatment of settlement payments and periodic payments for tax purposes.

Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992: Governs tax implications for lump sum payments and capital gains aspects of settlements.

Mental Capacity Act 2005: Critical legislation when dealing with parties who may lack capacity to enter into settlement agreements, including requirements for court approval.

Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Relevant when settlement involves regulated financial products or structured financial arrangements.

Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Governs interest on judgment debts and late payments, relevant for enforcement and payment terms in settlement agreements.