Pre-Action Protocol in Litigation Proceedings
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When is non-compliance with pre-action requirements justified?

  • When a party wants to avoid the costs and interest associated with a claim.
  • When a party is exempt from the pre-action requirements due to the nature of the claim.
  • When a limitation period is about to expire and urgent proceedings are necessary. (correct)
  • When a party believes the opposing party will not honour the obligation to provide documents.
  • What is the purpose of a search order in court proceedings?

  • To honour an obligation to provide documents to the claimant or court.
  • To allow the opposing party to destroy documents.
  • To avoid the costs and interest associated with a claim.
  • To obtain an unannounced revisit to the opponent's premises to search for documents. (correct)
  • What is the consequence of non-compliance with pre-action requirements?

  • The claimant is exempt from paying costs and interest.
  • The opposing party is required to provide documents to the claimant.
  • The limitation period is automatically extended.
  • The court may impose sanctions on the non-compliant party. (correct)
  • What is the purpose of a stay of proceedings in relation to pre-action requirements?

    <p>To enable the parties to comply with the pre-action requirements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what circumstances may a party need to issue proceedings before complying with pre-action requirements?

    <p>When a limitation period is about to expire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Pre-action Protocol for Personal Injury Claims?

    <p>To provide a framework for personal injury claims before issuing proceedings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of failing to comply with the Practice Direction?

    <p>The court may impose sanctions on the non-compliant party.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can a party apply to court for a search order?

    <p>When there is fear that the opponent will destroy documents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of not complying with pre-action requirements in urgent proceedings?

    <p>The court may impose sanctions on the non-compliant party.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the element of surprise in court proceedings?

    <p>To prevent the opposing party from destroying documents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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