Dispute Resolution Terms Flashcards
What is a Claim Form?
A document used to initiate a legal claim
What is the purpose of sealing a Claim Form?
To make the claim formally recognized by the court
What is required for the Service of Sealed Claim Form?
Delivering the sealed claim form to the defendant
What are the Particulars of Claim?
Details outlining the basis of the claim
What does deemed service of a Claim Form mean?
Service is considered completed under certain conditions without actual delivery
What is a Certificate of Service?
A document confirming that the claim form has been served
What is a Defence in legal terms?
A response by the defendant to the claim
What is an Acknowledgement of Service?
A formal confirmation from the defendant regarding receipt of the claim
What is the purpose of a Reply?
To respond to the defendant’s defence
What is Default Judgement?
A judgement entered against a party who fails to respond
What is the deadline for filing a Defence?
14 days with acknowledgement of claim
What is Summary Judgement?
A judgement made without a full trial if there is no issue of fact
What are Part 20 Claims?
Claims that involve additional parties or claims against existing parties
What is the Response to Part 20?
A reply to a Part 20 Claim
What is a Directions Questionnaire?
A form used to gather information for case management