TheCobbettSlayer v NatWest ***WON***

[XXneilXX]

I take it it is still possible for NatWest to back out of the case, and pay the remainder of your claim in order to avoid revealing their actual costs?

 

 

I believe you have the Wicked Witch over the proverbial barrel. The only way thay can now extract themselves from this is with your cooperation. In my book that costs big bucks.....

[Lula]

So, are we taking bets on how long before the cheque arrives?

[Lula]

I believe you have the Wicked Witch over the proverbial barrel. The only way thay can now extract themselves from this is with your cooperation. In my book that costs big bucks.....

 

Neil, I beleive that if they settle the claim in full the judge will not look too kindly on Paul dragging them of to court as the case will effectively be settled - although I am ready to stand corrected

[The cobbett slayer]

Nice work Paul.

Two questions here - i) what happens if they don't provide the information ordered without settling up, and ii) Could you go again for an order (without ambiguity) to strike out the defence??

 

Cheers

 

Michael

 

Question 1 - Contempt of Court - Defence Struck out almost without question with the added bonus of someone from Natwest staring at the wrong side of a cell door.

 

Question 2 - If they dont file standard disclosure by Friday the Judge has given Direction that a further application to strike out can be made. I'm not planning on using that at the moment though as I want to see what happens on 10th February.

[The cobbett slayer]

Neil, I beleive that if they settle the claim in full the judge will not look too kindly on Paul dragging them of to court as the case will effectively be settled - although I am ready to stand corrected

 

If they settle the I have no choice but to Issue Notice of Discontinuation as however the choose to word the settlement, they will no longer owe me any money.

 

Incidentally, the Judge did have quite a bit to say on the subject of Conditional Settlements - he's not a big fan. His opinion is that NatWest cannot reasonably attach conditions to a "without liabilty" settlement.

[Lula]

Incidentally, the Judge did have quite a bit to say on the subject of Conditional Settlements - he's not a big fan. His opinion is that NatWest cannot reasonably attach conditions to a "without liabilty" settlement.

 

and quite right too, but perhaps a shame as I am sure that they could have "bought" your silence for a reasonable sum of course

[The cobbett slayer]

Whilst the disclosure would be helpful to everyone, the one thing I'm afraid I won't do is martyrdom.

[Mike1106]

Of course not, why should you. Anyway well done on what you have achieved so far, you are an inspiration.

[Lula]

Just nicked this from Frenchy on the abbey thread

 

#Incidentally in the Daily Mail finance section today was an article that basically said the OFT/FSA has issued a statemnt warning the Banks that their charges are extortionate and in many cases ILLEGAL!!!!!!

[sharmal]

Well done Paul,what a triumph

[photoman]

Here's the link to online version of todays article in Daily Mail.

Banks accused of 'mugging' customers over charges | the Daily Mail

[Mister Twister]

WOW - WELL DONE!

 

I really do hate Natwest and Cobblers with a passion and would just loved to have been there to see her face.

 

I want you to get your money but I want them to tell us exactly how much its costs more!!!

 

I am currently awaiting allocation and Cobbets are wanting my case struck out and their expenses paid. Idiots!

[ataction]

Hate is bit strong and a waste of energy, just remain dispassionate throughout the process. These financial banking monoliths are not interested in the misery they inflict on those that can least afford to pay, so, as they say, 'don't get angry, just get even'.

[Mister Twister]

Yes - you are right - Just totally miffed at the way they can play the legal system.

[ataction]

Here is another way to look at it, the penalty charges are savings and they are paying you 8% on your savings. Now where can you get 8% return on savings? It is just the withdrawal process that is a little complex!

[traceyrmj]

Here is another way to look at it, the penalty charges are savings and they are paying you 8% on your savings. Now where can you get 8% return on savings? It is just the withdrawal process that is a little complex!

 

*snort* aint that the truth!

[The cobbett slayer]

Yes - you are right - Just totally miffed at the way they can play the legal system.

 

And so can we if we do it correctly. There is a saying "don't get mad get even".

 

Everybody needs to slow down a bit now and take stock of what is happening. If there is a problem with having so many members it is that there is a lot more information being shared.

 

If I have demonstrated anything it is that it is possible to pursue these claims but it has to be done in a calm and collected manner.

 

It shouldn't be about "playing the system" but unfortunately thats the way the legal system in this country works.

[mcuth]

Question 1 - Contempt of Court - Defence Struck out almost without question with the added bonus of someone from NatWest staring at the wrong side of a cell door.

 

Question 2 - If they dont file standard disclosure by Friday the Judge has given Direction that a further application to strike out can be made. I'm not planning on using that at the moment though as I want to see what happens on 10th February.

 

Cool, some good options there if they decide to be silly

Thanks for that

 

Cheers

 

Michael

[stan5131]

Well done. A giant step!

[Boobaby]

And so can we if we do it correctly. There is a saying "don't get mad get even".

 

Everybody needs to slow down a bit now and take stock of what is happening. If there is a problem with having so many members it is that there is a lot more information being shared.

 

If I have demonstrated anything it is that it is possible to pursue these claims but it has to be done in a calm and collected manner.

 

It shouldn't be about "playing the system" but unfortunately thats the way the legal system in this country works.

 

YOU ARE TRULY AN ANIMAL IN MY BOOKS - my friend!

In fact I would have said you were more of a RUDOLPH really in that YOU'LL GO DOWN IN HISTORY!!!;-)

 

Thrilled for you and yours - so where we going then?

[Deller]

Great stuff Paul, been away for a bit, family issues, so just catching up on everyones news. You're certainly giving them a good run for their money!!

[WILKINSS208]

CAN ANYONE HELP? MY THREAD IS BELOW

 

http://www.consumeractiongroup.co.uk/forum/halifax-bank/44416-wilkins-halifax.html

 

I HAVE A COURT DATE OF 22 MARCH AND I NEED TO PROVIDE EVIDENCE. CAN ANYONE HELP, ESPECIALLY PAUL WHOS WON!!!!!!! WELL DONE YOU, HOPE IM AS LUCKY.....................

[steve5080]

This has got me on the edge of seat. Has there been disclosure from Nat West yet, or this is going to 10 Feb, and back court:o

[The cobbett slayer]

Don't know what to do for the best now.

 

Emily Duckworth (on behalf of Natwest) told the Court that they were in a position to and would file disclosure by the second deadline of 19th January. I have had nothing from them.

 

I suspect that this is because the Judge told her that the accounting information is still relevant so the disclosure they had prepared is no good because it wouldn't have included it and they have had to go back to the drawing board.

 

Do I make a further application to strike out the defence or do I wait and let the pressure build as 10th February gets ever closer.

 

I'm inclined to wait as a further application would almost certainly result in a costs order against me if it didn't succeed.

 

Any thoughts?

[Guest ian cognito]

You have nothing to lose by waiting now and as you've already waited this long.......