In Court...
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Court Conduct and Behaviour
What do to before you reach the door of court, advice and tips for preparation and presentation...
How is a Small Claims Trial Conducted?
A guide to the conduct of small claims trials. The rules governing trials in general and the different approaches taken by judges to small claims trials....
How to Cross Examine the Other Side
If you're conducting your own small claim, you may be wondering how to ask the other side questions. This article explains the basics of effective cross examination…...
How to Use Case Law and Legal Precedent
A guide to the use of case law and legal precedent in the small claims court. Where to find case law and how to use it in a hearing....
Special Directions in the Small Claims Court
An overview of the special directions that judges may give in a small claims case. The special directions which may apply to particular types of small claims cases....
Standard Directions in the Small Claims Court
A guide to the standard directions given in small claims cases. An overview of the small claims directions and what they mean....
What Happens in Court
What happens on the day your claim comes to court. Getting to court, what happens when you arrive and waiting for your claim to be heard....
What if Your Small Claims Case is Adjourned?
What happens when a small claims case is adjourned. Different reasons why a judge may adjourn a case and the possible costs consequences....