Type of bailiffs The powers of bailiffs and what they are allowed to do by law depends upon the type of bailiff. There are however some general rules which apply to all bailiffs. You must receive notice of their intention to call at least 7 days beforehand. So do not...
Bailiffs can either be appointed by the court or be civilians employed by debt collection firms. These different types of bailiffs collect different types of debts and have different powers according to the type of debt being collected. County Court bailiffs are...
Mediation is all about the parties to a dispute working together with the help of a neutral mediator to find an acceptable solution to the matters in dispute. If the mediation is to succeed there are a number of tips for a successful mediation which should be born in...
The police are given special powers so that they might better carry out their duties. The powers are overseen by the Independent Police Complaints Commission. However, if they exceed these powers, their actions could well be illegal and give rise to a claim in either...
Witness statement A witness statement contain the evidence in support of your case. As such your witness statement is critical and winning or losing might well turn on how witness statements are prepared. If something you wish to put before the court is not in a...
Legal rights are provided by the Consumer Credit Act for people who have entered into credit agreements for less than £25,000. The Consumer Credit Act lays down strict rules about lending and borrowing money and in particular provides: that all lenders of money are...
