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A Guide to Small Claims Court

By: Louise Smith, barrister - Updated: 21 Aug 2023 | comments*Discuss
 
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If you are owed money, and the value of your claim is £10,000 or less, you may be able take a case to the small claims court. However, financial value is not the only factor that determines whether a case will be handled as a small claim.

The small claims court is not a separate court. It is also known as the small claims track and is one of three different ways - or tracks - in which civil cases may be handled, according to their financial value and legal complexity. If your case turns out to be more complicated than you thought, it could end up being dealt with on one of the other tracks. If this happens there is a risk of incurring substantial legal costs.

As well as money claims, some other types of cases may also be dealt with in the small claims court. These include:

  • Personal injury claims with an overall value of up to £10,000 and where the claim for damages for personal injuries is no more than £1000;
  • Claims by residential tenants against their landlords for disrepair where the estimated costs of the repairs and / or damages are limited to £1000.

Small claims cases should be easier, cheaper and quicker to deal with than other sorts of civil cases. However, there is no guarantee that you will win. It is vital to ensure that all other methods of resolving a dispute have been exhausted before going to court. Write to the other side, try to talk to them, see if they will agree to try mediation - do whatever can be done to resolve the problem. Going to court should always be the last resort.

(This article applies to small claims cases in England and Wales - different rules apply in Scotland.)

How to Start a Small Claim Court Case

Small claims cases are started by filling in a Claim Form. The Claim Form sets out the facts of the case and states how much is owed, together with any costs or interest being claimed. A Claim Form (Form N1) can be downloaded from Her Majesty's Courts and Tribunal Service website hmctsformfinder.justice.gov.uk or it may be possible to pick up a copy from your local County Court. The accompanying guidance notes should be followed carefully.

There are two ways of starting a claim for money:

  • Some claims can now be started using the Money Claims Online service www.moneyclaim.gov.uk; or,
  • Completed Claim Forms are sent to the County Court Money Claims Centre.

In either event a fee will have to be paid, unless an exemption applies. The case will then be "issued" and given a formal case number. Once the claim has been issued, you will be sent a notice confirming this and telling you how long the defendant has to reply.

If the defendant defends the Claim the court will send out directions questionnaires which must be completed and returned. These questionnaires give the court an indication of the complexity of the case, how long the hearing is likely to last and whether the court needs to give the parties any special instructions (or directions). The answers given may also help the court establish whether the case is suitable to be heard in the small claims court.

If a case is complicated or needs further clarification a judge might list it for a preliminary or directions hearing. This can be a chance to work out precisely what the dispute is or what needs to be done to prepare for the trial. The judge may also encourage the parties to try mediation and, if they agree, refer the case to the Small Claims Mediation Service.

The court could decide that a case does not need a hearing at all and that it can be decided by a judge based solely on written documents. If this happens a notice will be sent out and the case will only be decided without a hearing if all the parties agree. (If a party fails to reply it could be treated as agreement.)

How Much Will it Cost me to Take Someone to The Small Claims Court?

Although the small claims court is a relatively cheap way for people to bring their own cases there are fees which have to be paid at various stages:
  • Starting the claim - this varies depending on the value of the claim and how it is started.
  • Allocation of the case - this is paid when the court formally allocates a defended claim to one of the three tracks. If a small claims case has a value of £1500 or more the fee will be £40.
  • The final hearing - the claimant will have to pay a further fee which, again, varies according to the value of the Claim.

A fee exemption may apply for those on benefits or low incomes. Full guidance on the fees applicable to a particular claim can be found in form EX50, which can be downloaded from hmctsformfinder.justice.gov.uk

If you win your case you may ask the judge to order the defendant to reimburse you for all of these fees. Other costs which might be recovered by the winning party in a straightforward money claim include:

  • The expenses incurred or loss of earnings of any witnesses who attend the final hearing, limited to £90 per day.
  • The costs of any expert witnesses for which the court gave permission, limited to £750.

Costs on the small claims track are usually limited to these types of expenses - unless the judge decides that the losing party has behaved unreasonably. If so, the judge could order the losing party to pay all or some of the actual costs of bringing or defending the case.

What to Expect

Small claims cases are dealt with far more informally than other types of cases and the strict rules of evidence do not apply. The judge is likely to take a pragmatic approach - adopting the procedure to suit the parties and facts in each case.

The case will usually be heard by a District Judge who is addressed as either Sir or Madam. Hearings are often held in the judge's room - or chambers - rather than a large courtroom. The parties will mostly remain seated during the hearing - although witnesses may have to stand whilst taking the oath or giving oral evidence.

Parties may be represented by either a lawyer or a lay representative - such as a friend or colleague. A party must attend the hearing if they are represented by a lay person. However, there is no obligation on a party to be represented and the system is designed to be accessible to people who represent themselves.

What You Will Need to Prove

The general rule is that the person who brings a case must prove it. The judge will have to be satisfied that the claimant has proved their case "on the balance of probabilities". This means that, for the claimant to win, the judge will have to be satisfied that their version of events is more likely than not to be correct.

You can help the judge understand your case by making sure you present it in a clear and chronological manner. No matter how well you think you know your case, it is a good idea to prepare notes of what you want to say in the hearing and to put your documents into the right order.

The judge will consider all of the evidence before deciding the case. There are different types of evidence, including:

  • Documents - such as contracts, invoices, letters, photographs, etc.
  • Factual evidence from witnesses with personal knowledge of the case. (This could take the form of witness statements and / or oral evidence given at the hearing.)
  • Physical objects - for example, an allegedly defective toaster.
  • The opinion of an expert with relevant specialist knowledge. However, in small claims cases an expert's opinion can only be relied upon if the court has given permission.

Parties are entitled to see the other side's evidence in advance of the trial and the judge will also want a copy of the evidence in advance of the hearing. It is rarely sensible to keep a piece of evidence secret, in the hope of ambushing your opponent with it at the trial. It could result in the case being adjourned - and additional costs having to be paid.

What Happens if a Party Does Not Attend The Hearing?

A party who does not wish to attend a small claims trial should write to the court, at least 7 days before the final hearing, asking the judge to decide the case based on their documents.

A party, who fails to attend a hearing without giving the notice described above, can apply to set aside the decision made in their absence. The application must be made within 14 days of the decision being served on them. The party should show that:

  • they had a good reason for not attending the hearing; and;
  • they have a "reasonable prospect of success" in the claim.
  • Parties cannot apply in this way to set aside a decision made after all parties agreed to the case being decided without a hearing.

In some cases a party's failure to attend the final hearing could result in the judge ordering them to pay additional costs to the other side.

How Long The Process Takes

Small claims cases should be resolved within six months but can take much longer.

Cases may be delayed for a number of reasons including: the failure of parties to comply with directions; overburdened courts; and, unexpected absences. Conversely, if no defence is filed - or if the claim is admitted - it may be possible to get judgment against the defendant within a matter of weeks.

If I Win How Will I Get My Money

Winning a case is not the same as getting your money back. If your opponent fails to pay it may be necessary to take further steps to "enforce the judgment". There are several ways of enforcing a County Court Judgment. A fee will usually have to be paid but can be claimed back from the defendant together with the rest of the money owed. The relevant forms can be downloaded here hmctsformfinder.justice.gov.uk

The best method of enforcement depends on the individual circumstances of the defendant. For example:

  • Attachment of Earnings Order (Form N337) - if the defendant is employed this would require his employer to deduct a regular sum from the defendant's salary to be paid directly towards the judgment debt.
  • Charging Order (Form N379) - this would place a charge for the value of the judgment on property owned by the defendant. If the property is sold the defendant would have to pay the debt back. You could apply for an Order for Sale forcing the defendant to sell but there is no guarantee the court would grant such an order.
  • Third Party Debt Order (Form N349) - if the defendant has money in a bank account, or is owed money by someone else, this type of order would ensure that the money is paid directly to you to satisfy the judgment.
  • Warrant of Execution (Form N323) - bailiffs could seize goods from the defendant to the value of the judgment debt.

If you are not sure of the defendant's circumstances you could apply for them to attend court to give information using either Form N316 if the defendant is an individual or N316A if it is a company.

A note of caution - there is no point throwing good money after bad. If the defendant simply cannot afford to pay, it may be pointless spending further money on enforcement.

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I used a local business to fit my carpets May 2022. It was a sole trader, and I paid a deposit for the carpets of £1900, and the agreement was labour would be paid after the work was done.He cancelled on us for our fitting and we rescheduled the next month. 2 days before the fitting date, he messaged to say he is having difficulty at home and has decided to close the business. All refunds will be processed by the end of the month.We asked to just take the carpets of him and we will get someone else to fit them. He came out with some excuse and we knew something was up. Refund didn’t come, and with numerous calls, messages with constant excuses, we had no choice to proceed with small claims court.Obviously he as the defendant was told to pay back the money.He says that he’s not working, when we know that he has been at carpet right as “self employed” although I’m sure he hasn’t paid a penny in income tax.We’ve tried to freeze the bank account, which could have been bad timing or he didn’t have any money but that didn’t work. The latest one is prove of earnings where he has to attend court, but I’ve had a letter saying addressee unknown.Not sure what to do next? People defending him saying we don’t know his circumstances, well we’ve got a 3 month old baby and are having our house repossessed. It feels the law is on the defendants side.
Adriano - 21-Aug-23 @ 11:04 AM
I used a local business to fit my carpets May 2022. It was a sole trader, and I paid a deposit for the carpets of £1900, and the agreement was labour would be paid after the work was done.He cancelled on us for our fitting and we rescheduled the next month. 2 days before the fitting date, he messaged to say he is having difficulty at home and has decided to close the business. All refunds will be processed by the end of the month.We asked to just take the carpets of him and we will get someone else to fit them. He came out with some excuse and we knew something was up. Refund didn’t come, and with numerous calls, messages with constant excuses, we had no choice to proceed with small claims court.Obviously he as the defendant was told to pay back the money.He says that he’s not working, when we know that he has been at carpet right as “self employed” although I’m sure he hasn’t paid a penny in income tax.We’ve tried to freeze the bank account, which could have been bad timing or he didn’t have any money but that didn’t work. The latest one is prove of earnings where he has to attend court, but I’ve had a letter saying addressee unknown.Not sure what to do next? People defending him saying we don’t know his circumstances, well we’ve got a 3 month old baby and are having our house repossessed. It feels the law is on the defendants side.
Adriano - 21-Aug-23 @ 11:04 AM
I used a local business to fit my carpets May 2022. It was a sole trader, and I paid a deposit for the carpets of £1900, and the agreement was labour would be paid after the work was done.He cancelled on us for our fitting and we rescheduled the next month. 2 days before the fitting date, he messaged to say he is having difficulty at home and has decided to close the business. All refunds will be processed by the end of the month.We asked to just take the carpets of him and we will get someone else to fit them. He came out with some excuse and we knew something was up. Refund didn’t come, and with numerous calls, messages with constant excuses, we had no choice to proceed with small claims court.Obviously he as the defendant was told to pay back the money.He says that he’s not working, when we know that he has been at carpet right as “self employed” although I’m sure he hasn’t paid a penny in income tax.We’ve tried to freeze the bank account, which could have been bad timing or he didn’t have any money but that didn’t work. The latest one is prove of earnings where he has to attend court, but I’ve had a letter saying addressee unknown.Not sure what to do next? People defending him saying we don’t know his circumstances, well we’ve got a 3 month old baby and are having our house repossessed. It feels the law is on the defendants side.
Adriano - 21-Aug-23 @ 11:03 AM
I used a local business to fit my carpets May 2022. It was a sole trader, and I paid a deposit for the carpets of £1900, and the agreement was labour would be paid after the work was done.He cancelled on us for our fitting and we rescheduled the next month. 2 days before the fitting date, he messaged to say he is having difficulty at home and has decided to close the business. All refunds will be processed by the end of the month.We asked to just take the carpets of him and we will get someone else to fit them. He came out with some excuse and we knew something was up. Refund didn’t come, and with numerous calls, messages with constant excuses, we had no choice to proceed with small claims court.Obviously he as the defendant was told to pay back the money.He says that he’s not working, when we know that he has been at carpet right as “self employed” although I’m sure he hasn’t paid a penny in income tax.We’ve tried to freeze the bank account, which could have been bad timing or he didn’t have any money but that didn’t work. The latest one is prove of earnings where he has to attend court, but I’ve had a letter saying addressee unknown.Not sure what to do next? People defending him saying we don’t know his circumstances, well we’ve got a 3 month old baby and are having our house repossessed. It feels the law is on the defendants side.
Adriano - 21-Aug-23 @ 11:01 AM
I used a local business to fit my carpets May 2022. It was a sole trader, and I paid a deposit for the carpets of £1900, and the agreement was labour would be paid after the work was done.He cancelled on us for our fitting and we rescheduled the next month. 2 days before the fitting date, he messaged to say he is having difficulty at home and has decided to close the business. All refunds will be processed by the end of the month.We asked to just take the carpets of him and we will get someone else to fit them. He came out with some excuse and we knew something was up. Refund didn’t come, and with numerous calls, messages with constant excuses, we had no choice to proceed with small claims court.Obviously he as the defendant was told to pay back the money.He says that he’s not working, when we know that he has been at carpet right as “self employed” although I’m sure he hasn’t paid a penny in income tax.We’ve tried to freeze the bank account, which could have been bad timing or he didn’t have any money but that didn’t work. The latest one is prove of earnings where he has to attend court, but I’ve had a letter saying addressee unknown.Not sure what to do next? People defending him saying we don’t know his circumstances, well we’ve got a 3 month old baby and are having our house repossessed. It feels the law is on the defendants side.
Adriano - 17-Aug-23 @ 11:30 AM
I have worked for my ex employer for 4 days plus 1 day training. My employer did not give me a contract on a point of entry to start work. On the day I explained that I will be unable to continue to work, they refused to pay me and send me a contract that I did not want to sign, because the contract had terms and conditions which I am not agreeing with, it speaks about penalty of£1000 if leaving without working notice of a month, and £5000 if not worked for 12 months, and DBS check £100. This company did not sponsor me to come to work for them, and I was not explained about these terms when I started working. The amount due to me might be above £500, is it worth taking this to small claim Court. Please I would like to hear an advice on thismatter. Thank you
N/A - 29-Apr-23 @ 3:02 PM
My 83 year old mother has been issued with a county court claim.Her cousin died in 2016 and passed with no will and no family member only my mother who was her cousin and next of kin. My mum applied to probate and was given access to her estate which was 17k in the bank.Now a friend of this cousin has put a county court claim in against my mother stating my mum agreed to give the 17k to him after probate he is not a relative of the deceased he was a close friend only.He states he arranged the funeral however the funeral costs were paid directly to the undertakers from the deceased bank account, he states my mother verbally agreed to transfer the money to him.He has verbally abused my mother since 2016, sent hate mail to her and we have reported him to the police twice.The police did contact him.My mother is in bits over this.My mother is 83 and disabled with poor health.Would she have to go to court.We have responded and but in our defence.has anyone else had any experience of this please
Caz - 7-Aug-21 @ 9:38 PM
My 83 year old mother has been issued with a county court claim.Her cousin died in 2016 and passed with no will and no family member only my mother who was her cousin and next of kin. My mum applied to probate and was given access to her estate which was 17k in the bank.Now a friend of this cousin has put a county court claim in against my mother stating my mum agreed to give the 17k to him after probate he is not a relative of the deceased he was a close friend only.He states he arranged the funeral however the funeral costs were paid directly to the undertakers from the deceased bank account, he states my mother verbally agreed to transfer the money to him.He has verbally abused my mother since 2016, sent hate mail to her and we have reported him to the police twice.The police did contact him.My mother is in bits over this.My mother is 83 and disabled with poor health.Would she have to go to court.We have responded and but in our defence.has anyone else had any experience of this please
Caz - 7-Aug-21 @ 9:29 PM
If someone is on probation and they are taken to a small claims court, would it affect their probation?
Tammy - 28-Jul-21 @ 5:21 AM
A case I took to small claims court has gone in my favour. However, the carpet shop hasn't paid me back any money. The amount is just over £500 so I'm unsure how I need to go about it now to get my money back. This has been going on since Oct 2020. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks
Kedeja - 13-Jul-21 @ 10:15 AM
Hi, I have been taken to a small claims court as a builder caused damage and bad work and gave me X amount of the bill which I have in writing. The next day he changed his mind and wanted it back and now we are in a small claims court as I am asking for X amount back as the discount he gave me is not enough. We have had a survey done and the surveyor who missed aspects and there is parts I disagree with as things weren't done as we asked etc, has basically said the same amount I was discounted will cover it and admit aspects of the work was bad. When we go to court if the judge says he gave the discount and I have it in writing would he loose? Then will I win as the surveyor has sated it would cost X amount which is £15 more than the discount he gave. If not would the judge say award it to no-one and to cover your own costs? If I am award part of my claim does that still count as a win and the other side would have to cover my costs? Thank for replies in advance.
River - 17-Jun-21 @ 7:50 PM
Hi, I have taken my ex employer to an ET. Hearing due 21.07.21. My claim is about unpaid holidays since 2007. They made me an offer to settle the claim that I have refused. I am NOW thinking to withdraw my claim, and submit a new one to the small claim court as it seems there are less limitations/restrictions. I would like to know if I can make a claim for unpaid holidays in the small claim court, and how many years can I claim for a back pay ? Thank you
Charlie - 19-May-21 @ 11:39 AM
Hi, I have taken my ex employer to an ET. Hearing due 21.07.21. My claim is about unpaid holidays since 2007. They made me an offer to settle the claim that I have refused. I am not thinking to withdraw my claim, and submit a new one to the small claim court as it seems there are less limitations/restrictions. I would like to know if I can make a claim for unpaid holidays in the small claim court, and how many years can I claim for a back pay ? Thank you
Charlie - 19-May-21 @ 11:37 AM
I carried out plasyering and repair work for a client and he was paying on a weekly basis via my invoices. He went on holiday and paid me in advance to finish, gave me keys. Well I had a heart attack and obviously couldn't continue, I spoke to the guy and we agreed to pay back the money as we'd going into shielding with covid. Ok I didn't keep up my payments so out of the blue I get paperwork via court as he is now demanding all his money back not just the 2 days wages he paid in advance. He will not adhere to a figure by mediator and wants all his charges included. Can he do this please?
Pao - 20-Apr-21 @ 1:56 PM
just taken travel company to small claims 01/10/20 re holiday being cancelled by them. After i made them aware that i would not accept a credit note but paying in full in 14 days or we go to court on day 15 they replied your refund will now take 7 weeks. My case description states i had told then the hotel was closed 6 weeks b4 kept requesting 13 times what is the status--no real reply until 5 days b4 flight so the cancellation should have been 2 month sbefore thye did canced so they have deprived me th enjoyment of a paid holiday as if they had refunded my money as per law i could have booked another holiday. So my case isn't just 14 day money so should i have given written formal notice ? Someone suggested i use N244 form add pleed is an anticipatory breach --cost is another £100--question do i need to do it and if i win can i claim the n244 cost and whats the opinion about a form notice to go to court-an dif it is can i add a note on th eform to address this ? was hopeing to leave as and the court would overview the whole claim
eric orros - 7-Oct-20 @ 12:28 PM
I have started the process to take a decorator to court for bad workmanship to which i then had to pay someone else to fix. He has acknowledged our intentions and requested the 12 day extension which lapses today. We have a strong case however he is a one man band who i believe is self employed by advertises having business insurance, if we take him to court i know he has nothing in his name and will claim that he cannot pay, is it worth taking him to court in the hope that his insurance will pay out or are we throwing bad money after bad money? Thanks, Sam
Sam - 27-Jul-20 @ 4:25 PM
Typical cases ...good to know what happened.
vince - 25-Jul-20 @ 9:25 AM
can someone advise how I could bring my ex flatmate to court for leaving during tenancy agreement and not paying rent if she did not give me her forwarding address?
Molly1100 - 6-Jul-20 @ 1:03 PM
I am thinking of taking a travel agent to court, they are refusing to refund money for flights cancelled by airlines. Both airlines are only offering vouchers, which now are no good to me. The some is £1500.00. They have also charged me a admin fee. I understand this goes against EU and UK laws. If I lose for any reason, what is the most I would have to pay them.?
Rahul - 3-Jul-20 @ 12:47 AM
If I see the defendants defence and decides he has a strong defence can I pull out of the small court case , and if so at what cost to me please.
Mr ROYSTON K GOLDING - 25-Apr-20 @ 9:39 AM
Hi there, A travel agent is threatening to take my mother and I to court for £450 to recoup cancellation costs for flight tickets that my mother never instructed them to book in the first place. They then tried intimidating my mother into payment by withholding passports and coerced into accepting an amedment. However how is she liable for any costs when she did not instruct them to make a booking in the first place. Grateful for any advise. Thank you.
Tbell90 - 10-Apr-20 @ 2:10 PM
We've just had a phone call from an accountant saying he's representing one of our old customers relating to some physical damage to her property some five years ago and wanting £2'000 as compensation for rectification work carried out five years ago. Is there a time limit on being able to make a claim regardless of the detail?
guffs - 18-Mar-20 @ 2:31 PM
We bought a property and have had nothing but issues with electrics, wood burning stove, water and planning permission which was not disclosed. We feel the seller has been dishonest and also have a case of misrepresentation. Rather than use a solicitor and pay even more money than we have had to. Can I go through the small claims court with this matter ? Wendy
Wendy - 12-Mar-20 @ 3:41 PM
Just been to small claims, awarded £500 for shoddy bathroom work. The court fees were £150 we paid money for quotes total £50 plus two people were off work £100 witnesses, so that means we were awarded £200 basically which is nowhere near enough to rectify the problems. Can we do anything about this?
Owens1673 - 29-Aug-19 @ 12:17 PM
Hi there I live in an apartment block of 6 and my neighbour wanted to install an entry system to the main door into the stairwell. I said this was a good idea but send me details and a quote etc. I was then working over in Indonesia for 3 months and I’ve came back home to a bill of £500. My neighbour is saying that’s how much I’m due him as he had it installed for £3000 then it’s been split between the 6 apartments. I told him I never agreed to that price there were far cheaper options and I can’t afford that sort of money. He is now taking me to the small claims court ?! Do I just try and pay him monthly or do I have a strong case to defend?
Jess - 29-Jul-19 @ 5:01 PM
hi could someone pls help i don’t know what else to do my mum and dad are in their 70 and being taken to a small claims court by a 21 yr old neighbour as they are claiming my dad was spraying his car with paint and the over spray hit the car next to him. my dad has no idea what this man is talking about he has never used spray paint only a light water spray for his wheels the claimant has knocked twice and my parents house demanding money that they don’t have it has frightened them they have also received a call from their insurance company saying the claimants solicitor had called them claiming my dad had been in road traffic accident but the solicitor and the claimant did not give any details on this as they couldn’t because it was not true my parents will not call the police about him knocking and demanding money as they are frightened of any further aggression from this man now they are being made to attend a small claims court in july although the man has pictures of his car and bills of work that has been done on his car their doesn’t appear to show any over spray he has no proof or images of my dad working next to his car they are not sure what to expect i liveso far away from them i can’t get their to help we feel he is just a chancer and has prob done this before to vulnreble people but it doesn’t stop them being worried my dad suffers with high blood pressure anxiety depression he is a great dad and loving grandfather is always helping his neighbours out with anything even taking them to hospital appointments etc this is not fair some pls help any advice will be grateful
laura - 27-Jun-19 @ 2:18 PM
I am making a claim through the stalls claim track for rent arrears.Since putting the claim in my ex tenants have moved.When I sent my documents to court I put the ex tenants' new address on the form N1. I have now been notified by the court that although their original notification to the defendants had been returned as "not known at this address" the document is never less served unless the address given on it is not the relevant address for purposes of rule 6.5 of the civil procedure rules. What does this mean? Do I have to do anything other than send my bundle to them at their new address?
Dee - 18-May-19 @ 9:11 PM
I wish to take a trader to the small claims court. However I only have his old address as he is an individual trader. I don’t have his new address and he is not registered company. I have sent letters to his old address notifying him that I plan to claim. One letter was never signed for and the other was returned to me by the post office saying the address didn’t exist. I wondered if I could still file a claim with no correct address or how I could find the new address. I have read about tracing agencies. I don’t want to lose more money making a claim that won’t go anywhere. Thanks
Paul - 1-May-19 @ 9:26 PM
Hi, we have recently booked a holiday through on online agent & have someone who is now not willing to pay the remaining balance. We have contacted the company who have advised that even if the person wants to cancel, the full amount is still liable to be paid. I passed this message onto the person wishing to cancel to no avail. We have tried to sell the place but the name change cost is almost as much as the remaining balance.Is this something that I would be able to take them to the small claims court for to pay the remaining balance of the holiday which they have committed to?
msh1990 - 20-Mar-19 @ 10:39 AM
Hello, I have a court hearing monday I cannot attend and I have just read in the small print i had to let the court know 14 days prior and I had to send in my evidence 7 days before. I really have messed up here. I have sent my evidence today to be received tomorrow. It's a case I am defending and I have a good chance of defending the case. Any advice anyone and also can I appeal if I can't attend. Thankyou
Shawty - 24-Jan-19 @ 3:52 PM
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    Hello I need all kinds of help. But I don't know English so I am going through difficult times. Because I am very weak physically and…
    5 February 2024
  • Kristina
    Re: Information about the Magistrates court
    I have been served with papers to put a partial closure order on my front door due to asbo and people loitering in…
    5 February 2024
  • Temple
    Re: Caught Drink Driving
    My daughter crashed her car, no one else was involved. Passers-by helped move the car off the road and she got a lift to my other daughters…
    4 February 2024