Moneyclaim online --now getting solicitors letter

[slick132]

Hi EKMUM,

Can I suggest you head your letter to the sol'rs WITHOUT PREJUDICE.

I'd only send them 1 photo but say you have many more to back up your contention that the property was infested and unclean.

Also, tell them if they do not advise their client to settle at £(whatever you decide), you are quite happy to take this into court as you are confident your evidence and case are strong.

[EKMUM]

What does WITHOUT PREJUDICE mean? I saw that on their letter to me

[TheChancellor]

Originally Posted by EKMUM

Thats a brilliant article --going to print that out and attach it to my evidence. There was also an hot air outlet in the garden which wasnt covered so everytime we ran the hot water blasts of hot air pumped out. She said this had now been fixed even though no-one had ever complained before!!!
I'm feeling alot more better about it all. i was ready to jack it all in due to personal circumstances but now my heckles are raised and I'm raring to go !

Don't forget to edit the last part lol.
I'm in enough deep stuff without the Judge looking for me.

I would put the points raised into your letter to the solicitors when you send them a couple of photos.
Ideally they will roll over before it reaches court.

[TheChancellor]

Originally Posted by EKMUM

What does WITHOUT PREJUDICE mean? I saw that on their letter to me

It can't be referred to in court.

[Thailand]

It means that you can't show it to a judge, without him/her asking to see it. That's why it's a good idea for you to do the same. I put it on the letter on page 1, but deleted it as I got confused over the whole trying to demonstrate your willingness to resolve the situation (since you can't submit it). Basically they are offering you a pittance, and then saying 'If you don't like it, then don't think you can use this letter as evidence'.

The Sols sent it to you without prejudice because they likely figured you wouldn't understand it, and if you did, well tough - this is our last stance. These tactics aren't going to work this time.

Them offering you the £50 means they think you have a case, so much so, even though they reckon' £50, or rather £15, is suitable compensation, they are trying to prevent you showing their laughable offer to a judge.

Don't worry on it, this seems to be going in your favour.

[EKMUM]

Just had a quick look at their letter again
Its says
Without prejudice save as to costs--is that the same?

[Thailand]

Similar to the above, only they reserve the right to show it if it comes to costs.

It's standard, they would have to win - and I can't see that happening.

[EKMUM]

Thankyou--have just written my letter and its bloody brilliant if i do say so myself!!!

[TheChancellor]

Originally Posted by EKMUM

Thankyou--have just written my letter and its bloody brilliant if i do say so myself!!!

I do hope so apparently it's a bit drafty around Harrods.
Good Luck & keep us informed.

Dont forget to send it Recorded.

[EKMUM]

Thanks again for all your help. My dad is just tweaking my letter for me--he knows bigger words than me !!
Will keep you informed what happens

[slick132]

You tell your dad, it's usually better to keep it short and simple than long and wordy.

Keep plenty in reserve so sol'rs don't have the chance to counter all your good points.

[EKMUM]

Thanks for that--my mum is just re-jiggling it.
I'm just filling in the allocation questionaire for the court--does anyone know if i can ask for a change of location for the hearing? Although I am in Scotland , i have had court papers sent to my parents in Lancashire and the "ant woman" is in Warwickshire.
Can I ask for it to be transferred to Liverpool?

[TheChancellor]

Originally Posted by EKMUM

Thanks for that--my mum is just re-jiggling it.
I'm just filling in the allocation questionaire for the court--does anyone know if i can ask for a change of location for the hearing? Although I am in Scotland , i have had court papers sent to my parents in Lancashire and the "ant woman" is in Warwickshire.
Can I ask for it to be transferred to Liverpool?

I'm not certain but I believe the "ant woman" could ask for it to be transferred to her local court (if she is an "individual").

Are you sueing her or her company?

[EKMUM]

She owns several holiday cottages but the claim is in her own name.

[Bookworm]

Then it's likely the hearing will be at the court nearest to her.

[EKMUM]

Thought so --Thanks for your help x

[EKMUM]

If you haven't trousered your 450 notes by Friday I'll show my a*** in Harrod's window


No sign of my money so you better get those bum cheeks ready!!
Recorded delivery letter has been signed for so gawd knows what is happening

[Bookworm]

*Bookie puts camera on charge at the ready just in case.*

[EKMUM]

Just wanted to thank you all for your help once again--probably wouldnt be writing this if it wasnt for your help.
I have today received a letter offering me a FULL refund and my court fee back.
So bloody happy .
Thankyou once again
Elaine x

[Thailand]

Well done!!! Show 'em the court papers and they finally take it seriously!

Elaine, please donate a little to the site if you have it to keep it going!