County Court (Small Claims track) - Page 4

18-11-2006, 20:03

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Originally Posted by Matt D

Yeah. Hell, they've been totally unreasonable for the past year.

I'd love it if they didn't turn up. Probably unlikely though, especially as it's gonna stay in their horrible town.

I think of you when i watch 'Jag' now, Tez, sad, isn't it

- and even horrible towns may have nice bits, Grimsby has Cleethorpes, for example

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Tech_Boy · 19-11-2006, 19:51

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Originally Posted by Matt D

Also having spent a few hours in High Wycombe, & having spent time wandering around the town after the non-hearing looking for somewhere for lunch, I would just like to quote Obi-Wan Kenobi - "You'll never find a more wretched hive of **** & villainy". Really. It was awful. (No offence to any HW residents here at CF if there are any).

You have obviously never been to Port Talbot then.
And before a forum member from that horrible little town has a go, I was born there, and deliver food there in my spare time, so I know where of I speak.

**Chris** · 19-11-2006, 20:19

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Originally Posted by Tech_Boy

You have obviously never been to Port Talbot then.
And before a forum member from that horrible little town has a go, I was born there, and deliver food there in my spare time, so I know where of I speak.

I've never been to P'Talbot myself. But I have been to Swansea.

TheDaddy · 20-11-2006, 11:45

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Originally Posted by Matt D

Cool, thanks.

You can appeal any verdict, unless the judge actually say's 'there is no right of appeal on this case', normally you have 21 days to appeal, although in certain cases you can get 28 days

SMHarman · 20-11-2006, 15:13

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Originally Posted by TheDaddy

You can appeal any verdict, unless the judge actually say's 'there is no right of appeal on this case', normally you have 21 days to appeal, although in certain cases you can get 28 days

Not on Small claims track.

Tezcatlipoca · 21-11-2006, 12:32

JAG? LOL.

I keep thinking of the "truth handling" lines from A Few Good Men (or the Simpsons parody).

Appeals -

Hmm. I guess we'll just find out at the hearing. I'm sure the DJ will explain it.

Tinky · 21-11-2006, 17:35

There is no formal appeals procedure see:-

www.bbc.co.uk/crime/law/smallclaimscourt.shtml

Tezcatlipoca · 07-02-2007, 00:03

Well, later this week sees what should hopefully be the actual, full, final hearing...

07-02-2007, 04:45

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Originally Posted by Matt D

Well, later this week sees what should hopefully be the actual, full, final hearing...

Good luck Matt, you have one thing on your side and that is the truth, there are many greedy landlords out there who'll stop at nothing in gaining that extra ÃƒÆ’Ã¢â‚¬Å¡Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â£ÃƒÆ’Ã¢â‚¬Å¡Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â£ÃƒÆ’Ã¢â‚¬Å ¡Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â£ÃƒÆ’Ã¢â‚¬Å¡Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â£. Good luck in court mate keep us posted on how things go.

TheDaddy · 07-02-2007, 14:09

Good luck once again, I am sure they will reach the right verdict this time

**Hugh** · 07-02-2007, 18:22

Good luck, Matt - let us know how you get on, please.

Tezcatlipoca · 07-02-2007, 21:30

Cheers

I'll post the verdict tomorrow....

me283 · 07-02-2007, 22:25

I'm late to this thread, but would just like to add a little if poss. Apologies if any of this is repeated.

Small Claims Court is nothing to worry about. It's part of my job, and I was in one two days ago!

First, it will probably be a district judge, especially in High Wycombe (yes it is a s***hole). Secondly, both parties get a chance to state their case, and to question the other side. Third, you will only be allowed to produce evidence alresdy submitted.

Now, not everyone will be allowed to speak. This depends on who brought the claim (did one person do it, or was it in all of your names?). The DJ will only allow someone to represent you if it's been previously requested - it's called a Mackenzie Friend.

When giving your side, just be calm and clear, not getting emotional or personal. Stick to facts, and focus on those that you can support with evidence. Do this often. When hearing their side, don't butt in, but make notes and wait till your turn. At the end of their story, you get a chance to ask questions. Again, don't get nasty, but do your best to focus on the points where they can't offer evidence, or where they may trip themselves up.

When the judge gives his verdict, you may decide you wish to appeal - hopefully it won't be necessary. You will need a reason, such as additional evidence. If you win, then you list the extras that you wish to be reimbursed - travel costs, parking etc.

That's about it. Good luck! If you need any advice or info, feel free to PM me. I'll helpp all I can.

**Chris** · 08-02-2007, 18:38

How did it go then?

TheDaddy · 08-02-2007, 18:40

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Originally Posted by Chris T

How did it go then?

Probably out celebrating