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How to take someone to civil court - the process
What are the stages of a civil court claim? This guide explains what happens at each stage of a small claim or fast-track claim so you know what is coming next. It also explains all the legal jargon you may come across. This guide is about the law in England and Wales.
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Sick pay and your rights to time off when you’re ill
Too ill to work? Learn about your rights if you are off sick, Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) rights, the new 2026 rules, and your rights to time off for appointments. The information in this guide applies to England and Wales.
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Hearings in a small claim or fast track civil case
Going to court for a civil claim? This guide will help you to understand what happens at a hearing, when to speak, and how to do cross-examination. Free help to prepare for trial and represent yourself. The information in this guide applies to England and Wales.
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Should I sue someone? Help to decide whether to take legal action
Thinking of taking someone to court? This guide walks you through the costs, evidence, risks and alternatives to help you decide whether to start a court claim. The information in this guide applies to England and Wales.
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Pre-action protocols - What you need to know before starting a civil claim
Thinking of taking someone to court? You must follow the 'pre-action protocol' first. Learn about court procedure, how to write a letter before action, and avoid legal penalties. Free step-by-step guide. This information is about the law in England and Wales.
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Find out if the defendant is worth suing
Before you start a court case, it's vital to check if they can actually pay you if you win. Suing someone with no money, assets, or insurance can be a waste of time and money. This guide provides a simple checklist of free and low-cost things you can do to find out if the person or company you plan to take to court will be able to pay you if you win. The information in this guide applies to England and Wales.
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Victoria Evans
Victoria specialises exclusively in Family Law. She advises married and unmarried individuals on a wide range of matters including divorce and separation, financial remedies and domestic abuse. Victoria also frequently deals with private child arrangements, which can determine where a child is to...
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Rebecca Bye
Rebecca qualified as a solicitor in February 2018 and specialises exclusively in Family Law. Rebecca advises clients in relation to a broad range of family matters including, but not limited to, disputes regarding children, divorce and financial matters following a separation. Whilst working at her...
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Eviction
It is very stressful and upsetting when your landlord tells you to leave your home. If you have been given section 21 ‘no-fault’ eviction notice, or a section 8 eviction notice, it can be hard to know what your rights are. Here we explain what to do if you facing eviction, or if you think you have been illegally evicted.
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Renting and tenancies
Support with starting a tenancy, and getting a guarantor. What rights you have in rented accommodation can depend on what type of tenancy you have. For example, if you are renting from the council or a housing association, or if you are renting from a private landlord. It can be difficult getting started with a tenancy if you cannot find someone to guarantee your rent, or if you are finding it hard to prove that you have the right to enter or remain in the UK. We will help you understand what your options are and work out how to solve any problems you encounter.
