The Overriding Objective Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of the overriding objectives?
A
To enable the court to deal with cases justly and at a proportionate cost.
2
Q
What CPR governs the OO?
A
CPR 1.1
3
Q
What does CPR 1.1 say?
3 things
A
- Parties should be on equal footing
- Save expenses
- Deal with cases in a proportionate way
4
Q
How do you make sure that the cases are dealt with in a proportionate way? (7 things)
A
By looking at: Amount of money involved importance of case Complexity of issues Financial position of parties Dealt with expeditiously and fair Appropriate allotting Enforcing compliance and rules, PD and orders
5
Q
What are the parties required to do?
A
Co-operate with each other
6
Q
Do the parties have to remind their opponents of time-limits?
A
NO
7
Q
What are the parties encouraged to use before commencing proceedings?
A
ADR
