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9 October 2024
What is a debt and how does it differ from a claim for damages?
Explore the legal distinctions between debts and damages in English law, including their definitions, characteristics, and implications for court proceedings.
28 September 2024
The different tracks in English Courts
Explore the four main tracks in the English court system for civil claims: small claims, fast track, intermediate track, and multi-track. Learn about their purposes, value limits, and procedural differences.
23 July 2024
When to make a settlement offer
Explore the strategic timing and advantages of making settlement offers in small debt claims before English Courts, including considerations for the small claims track and tips for effective offer-making.
18 July 2024
Understanding costs in small claims: A guide for claimants
Learn about the cost implications for claimants in small claims cases within the English court system, including general rules, recoverable costs, and exceptions to standard practices.
15 July 2024
Charging interest on debts: What you need to know
Explore the rules and considerations for charging interest on debts under English law, including contractual agreements, statutory provisions, and practical implications for creditors.
23 June 2024
What to do if you can’t attend the trial of your small debt claim
Explore the available courses of action for claimants who cannot attend their small debt claim trials in English Courts, including rescheduling, proceeding in absence, and settlement negotiations.
17 June 2024
Navigating admission forms in small claims: Next steps for claimants
Learn about full and partial admissions in the English Court system, their implications for small claims, and how claimants should respond to Form N9A submissions.
23 May 2024
What you should think about before bringing a small debt claim
Learn the key factors to evaluate before initiating a small debt claim in England, including debtor location, financial status, evidence strength, and potential defenses.
17 May 2024
If I win my small debt claim, will I get paid?
Learn about the various methods available for enforcing small debt claim judgments in English courts, including warrants of control, attachment of earnings orders, and charging orders.
17 May 2024
What is a letter before action in a small debt claim?
Learn about the purpose, key elements, and legal significance of a Letter Before Action (LBA) in small debt claims within the English Court system, including its role in dispute resolution and compliance with Pre-Action Protocols.
17 May 2024
How to recover debts under £10,000
Learn the step-by-step process of recovering debts under £10,000 through the English Courts' small claims track, from sending a letter before action to obtaining and enforcing a court judgment.
17 May 2024
Preparing for your small debt claim trial: A step-by-step guide
Learn how to effectively prepare for a small debt claim trial in English Court, covering logistical planning, document organization, and remote hearing preparations.