trial, appeals and enforcement of money judgements

Question 1

what, if any can a party do if they are concerned that a witness may not attend court

Answer 1

a party who is concernd that a witness wont attend trial - can apply to the court to issue a witness summons. +(offer to may costs)

Question 2

what is the purpose of pre trial hearings

Answer 2

court consider whether the matter is ready for trial, to ensure all the relevant directions have been complied with and to check whether any additional directions are required.

Question 3

what are the grounds for appealing a judgement

Answer 3

1. the decision by the lower court was wrong
2. the decision was unjust because of a serious procedural or other irregulairty in proceedings.

Question 4

in what circumstances would an application for an attatchment of earnings order be appropriate to enforce a money judgement

Answer 4

an application attatchment of earning order would be suitable where the defendant is in employnent and there is no imminent risk that they will lose their job.

Question 5

true or false; the court will enforce a judgement given in a party’s favour or its own motion.

Answer 5

false - party must make separate application.