3) Where to start proceedings Flashcards

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County Court

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If the value of the claim is £100,000 or less it must be started in the county court

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Personal Injury

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For a claim for damages in respect of personal injuries they cannot be started in the high court unless the value of the claim is £50,000 or more

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High Court

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For claims in excess of £100,000 the claimant has a choice of which court to use. In addition to the value of the claim the high court may also be used if there are other factors present:
- The claim is complex either in relation to the facts the legal issues the remedy or the procedures
- The outcome is important to the public in general

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Money-only claims

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All money-only claims must be sent to the Civil National Business Centre

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The King’s Bench Division

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A division of the High Court. Primarily in contract and tort

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