Independent, practical help for litigants in person in England & Wales.
Written by John Barwell
A defendant can admit liability and still keep you waiting months while quantum is assessed. CPR Part 25 Section V lets the court order part of the likely award to be paid early. This guide explains the gateways in rule 25.23, the fixed 14, 7 and 3-day service deadlines, what the evidence must show, the reasonable-proportion cap, how payments are adjusted or repaid, and why the trial judge is never told.
Written by John Barwell
A defence is rarely the end of the exchange. This guide explains CPR Part 20 for litigants in person: what counts as an additional claim, when a defendant can counterclaim without permission, the contribution and indemnity notice route, the permission and service rules for other additional claims, and how to respond when one lands against you.
Written by John Barwell
Missed a directions deadline? The sanction takes effect automatically, and the way back is an application for relief from sanctions under CPR 3.9. This guide follows one worked breach – a late witness statement – through the three Denton stages, the application notice and the witness statement in support, and explains why it is a different remedy from setting aside a default judgment.
