Are practice directions binding?
A Practice Direction was binding on the court and accordingly would be recognised and applied. The only exception to that would be that the obligation might yield, in a particular case, to the exercise of case management powers under the CPR.
What are the state courts in Singapore?
The State Courts comprise district and magistrate courts and hear both civil and criminal cases that do not fall under the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court. Over 90% of all judicial cases in Singapore are heard in the State Courts. Its annual volume averages about 350,000 cases.
What is summons for directions?
In general, the summons for directions hearing is conducted asynchronously. This means the court may proceed to make orders or issue directions to parties based on the documents filed without the attendance of the parties unless the court directs otherwise.
What is Nima protocol?
In 2002, the then Subordinate Courts introduced the Pre-action Protocol for Non-Injury Motor Accident Cases (“NIMA Pre-Action Protocol”) which contained a regime for pre-writ exchange of documents and information and for negotiations.
What is the difference between the High Court and the state court in Singapore?
The Supreme Court of Singapore is one of the two tiers of the court system in Singapore, the other tier being the State Courts. The Supreme Court consists of the Court of Appeal and the High Court and hears both civil and criminal matters. The Court of Appeal hears both civil and criminal appeals from the High Court.
What does for directions mean in court?
When a claim in a civil court is disputed, the court will give instructions to the parties on how they are to prepare the case. The instructions are known as “directions”.
When can I file summons for directions?
The plaintiff must, within one month after the pleadings are closed, issue a summons for directions seeking the orders (from the court judge) necessary for the conduct of the trial. The form of the summons can be obtained from the High Court Registry or the Resource Centre for Unrepresented Litigants.
Do third party claims pay excess?
Do I have to pay my car insurance excess if someone claims against me? No, the excess – both voluntary and compulsory – is the amount you pay towards your own claim or repairs, so you won’t have to pay the excess if a third party is claiming against you.
How do you calculate loss of earnings for personal injury?
Loss of Earnings Claim The Court will usually assess your net average monthly wage for at least 3 months prior to the accident in order to calculate your average salary. In a straight forward claim this will be multiplied by your period of absence in order to calculate your loss of earnings claim.
What are the criminal practice directions?
Amendments to Criminal Practice Directions They give courts guidance on restricting public access to a court room during a hearing in public. They prescribe the explanation of the right to give evidence that courts must give defendants who are not represented by a lawyer.
What is court Practise?
The nature of court practice analysis. CPA is a process of studying court decisions (and if necessary, other court documents as well) in all of its aspects in order to identify problems in the uniform application of the law by the courts.
Do Singapore lawyers wear wigs?
From January 1934, judges began consistently wearing wigs in court, and most lawyers followed suit. There was, however, occasional criticism of the practice. The wearing of short wigs by lawyers was optional, and tended to be favoured by more senior lawyers.
What is the difference between state Court and Supreme Court?
State courts are the final arbiters of state laws and constitutions. Their interpretation of federal law or the U.S. Constitution may be appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court. The Supreme Court may choose to hear or not to hear such cases.
Can you strike out a summons?
[20] A summons to strike out should be made promptly and, as a rule, before the close of pleadings, even though Order 18 states that the application may be made at any stage of the proceedings.
Do I pay excess if accident wasn’t my fault?
Do I pay excess if accident is not my fault? – typically yes. Your insurer should recover the money from the insurer of the at-fault driver – eventually, then they will pay it back to you.
Do I have to pay excess if it wasn’t my fault?
Paying the excess when it’s not your fault But usually you’ll have to pay it – so make sure you can afford it. When your insurer is certain you’re not at fault, you’ll get it back.