Preparing

Starting a court case is a serious step which should only be taken as a last resort. Anyone considering starting a claim should first satisfy...

If you are being sued in the small claims court you should remember that it is for the claimant to prove their case, not for you to disprove it. If...

There is no legal requirement for a party in a small claims case to prepare a witness statement. The strict rules of evidence do not apply and it is...

A lot of people are surprised when they find out that the parties to a small claims hearing (and indeed in all civil matters) exchange all their...

Do you have a dispute with someone but aren't sure whether to litigate to resolve it? This questionnaire may help you determine whether or not you...

Whether or not a claim is suitable for the small claims court may be an important factor when deciding to issue court proceedings. The benefits are...

Cases in the small claims court often follow a similar path. The small claims procedure explains to parties conducting their own cases what they...

The strict rules of evidence which apply to most court proceedings do not apply to small claims cases. Once a claim has been allocated to the small...

There are a number of factors to consider before going to court. Starting a claim should always be a last resort. Talk to the Other Side It...