Evidence comprises facts in issue which are relevant and admissible in a Court or tribunal which tend to strengthen or weakens a party’s ability to discharge his burden of proof. The standard of proof in a civil case is on the balance of probability; in a criminal case it is beyond all reasonable doubt. Types … Read more
Going to Court over a dispute or to uphold a legal right or entitlement is all fine and dandy. You have the opportunity to weigh up your chances of success, obtain professional advice, look at the potential outcomes, estimate the likely legal costs, and decide whether to proceed or walk away. The decision is yours. … Read more
The relevant rules about bringing personal injuries proceedings in the District Court are contained in: Order: 40 A of the District Court Rules Statutory instrument 17/2014 Statutory instrument 599/2014 Personal Injuries Assessment Board Act 2003 Civil Liability and Courts Act 2004 Venue A personal injuries summons must be filed with and issued by the … Read more
The service of your documents in the correct way is an important part of a successful outcome to your legal proceedings. Service on a person There are two ways of serving documents on a person: registered post or personal service. A document in civil proceedings may be served by sending a copy of the document … Read more
Do you need to pursue a debt in the District Court? Are you being pursued for a debt? Confused about what’s involved in obtaining a judgment where the debtor just ignores the Claim Notice and does not enter an Appearance or Defence? Let’s take a look at what happens then. If a respondent who has … Read more