Week 3 - County or High Court? Civil Flashcards
1
Q
Civil proceedings can be brought in front of…
A
The County Court or the High Court
2
Q
What is the general rule that makes claims start in the County Court?
A
Cases in which the value of the claim does not exceed £100,000 must start in the County Court
3
Q
What do claimants have in situations where both the High and County Courts will have jurisdiction to deal with a case?
A
The claimant has a choice as to which court to commence proceedings - they have power to transfer
4
Q
Which court deals with the more difficult and complex cases?
A
High court
5
Q
A case may not be started in the High Court, unless…
A
The value of the claim exceeds £100,000
6
Q
What are two examples of cases that can only be heard in the High Court?
A
- Applications for judicial review
- case that includes a claim for damages for personal injury exceeding £50,000
