Civil: Effective Access (Hindering) Flashcards
1
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Costs
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High costs can be prohibitive to people who wish to take a matter to court
2
Q
Complexity of procedures, including pre-trial procedures
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Poses problems for unrepresented litigants who find it difficult to easily understand the court system
3
Q
Lack of knowledge of ADRs and tribunals
A
Often people issue proceedings in court without knowing the matter could be heard out of court
4
Q
Delays
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The court procedure (and pre-trial) is long and often deters people from issuing proceedings
