Supreme Court Pre-Trial Proceedings

Question 1

They inform both parties

Answer 1

Both parties are aware of each others case

Question 2

The parties determine whether it is worthwhile proceeding

Answer 2

Parties determine whether it is worth going to court

Question 3

Parties may find out strengths and weaknesses of each other’s case

Answer 3

Parties aware of the flaws of each other’s case

Question 4

Might lead to an out-of-court settlement (3)

Answer 4

Cost, stress and inconvenience of Court is avoided

Question 5

Provide the court with information

Answer 5

Leads to a quicker trial

Question 6

Might result in some issues being conceded or agreed on

Answer 6

Therefore, only issues in dispute a heard in trial