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    • Your point 4 deals with that and puts them to strict proof .....but realistically they are not in a position to state that within their particulars they were not the creditor at the time of default but naturally assume the OC would have...so always worth challenging and if you get a DJ who knows his onions on the day may ask for further evidence from the OC internal accounts system. 
    • I see, shame, I think if a claim is 'someone was served' then proof of that should be mandatory. Appreciate your input into the WS whenever you get chance, thanks in advance
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I understand that the claimant is an Assignee, a buyer of defunct or bad debts, which are bought on mass portfolios at a much-reduced cost to the amount claimed and which the original creditors have already written off as a capital loss and claimed against taxable income as confirmed in the claimant’s witness statement exhibit by way of the Deed of Assignment. As an assignee or creditor as defined in section 189 of the CCA this applies to this new requirement on assignment of rights. This means that when an assignee purchases debts (or otherwise acquires rights under a credit agreement) it also acquires certain obligations to the borrower including the duty to comply with CCA requirements (such as the rules on statements and notices and other post-contractual information). The assignee becomes the creditor under the agreement. This ensures that essential consumer protections under the CCA cannot be circumvented by assigning the debt to a third party. 2. The Claim relates to an alleged Credit Card agreement between the Defendant and Bank of Scotland plc. Save insofar of any admittance it is accepted that the Defendant has had contractual agreements with Bank of Scotland plc in the past, the Defendant is unaware as to what alleged debt the Claimant refers. 3. The Defendant requested a copy of the CCA on the 24/12/2022 along with the standard fee of £1.00 postal order, to which the defendant received a reply from the Claimant dated 06/02/2023. To this date, the Claimant has failed to disclose a valid agreement and proof as per their claim that this is enforceable, that Default Notice and Notice of Assignment were sent to and received by the Defendant, on which their claim relies. The Claimant is put to strict proof to verify and confirm that the exhibit *** is a true copy of the agreement and are the true Terms and Conditions as issued at the time of inception of the online application and execution of the agreement. 4. 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Hi folks,

 

Phew....I've now probably read hundreds of posts since finding the site 4 or 5 days ago, been through all the FAQs and feel like I could now take on any bank!.

 

Just a thought.... as some of the moderators have said, you shouldn't do this unless you are prepared to go all the way, and I can imagine most people don't fancy having to go to court..... and that includes me. :eek:

 

Anyway, point to this post? - just to say that I popped along to Edinburgh Sheriff Court this week just to get a feel for it and I can honestly say my fears have disappeared.

 

I wandered up and sat in the public gallery (alone I might add!) and listened to several small claims - they don't last long and the claimant (us) didn't tend to have to say much as the defence has already been lodged so the Sheriff knows the reasons you are claiming.

 

Granted - these were not our type of cases (as none of the banks seem to get as far as court) however I just wanted to re-assure people that it seemed a relaxed atmosphere, very few people in the room, and it seemed more of a chat than a hearing.

 

In contrast, I popped into some of the criminal courts, much different, people in the public galleries observing, several lawyers, horsehair wigs etc and all very formal (read intimidating!)

 

So, small claims?... bring it on! :)

 

I hope this may allay some of your fears about court, and my advice would be to take a day off and go along yourself and get the feel for it - just incase.

 

Jengis

 

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Not yet Piggybank, I've only just sent my first Data Protection Act requests off, been reading the forum for several days now.

 

I like to make sure I have all the info I need before getting into things like this, hence the reason I went along to court, just to get the feel for it.

 

With all the info gained here, coupled with the visit to to court, I'm happy about the whole process now.

 

Incidentally, did you submit your claim at the front reception desk, or is there an office within the court building?

 

Jengis

 

PS: Let us know if you end up in court, I might pop along for moral support. :)

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The court feels quite relaxed actually - I certainly wouldn't be dreading it.

 

For submitting your claim, you go past the reception desk, through the metal detectors, up the stairs and turn left. It's the civil department, who deal with small claims etc. Not that hard to find, and they are certainly aware of these type of cases;)

 

I haven't heard back yet after sumbitting my claim, but hope to get hearing dates in November...

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Hi folks,

 

Phew....I've now probably read hundreds of posts since finding the site 4 or 5 days ago, been through all the FAQs and feel like I could now take on any bank!.

 

Just a thought.... as some of the moderators have said, you shouldn't do this unless you are prepared to go all the way, and I can imagine most people don't fancy having to go to court..... and that includes me. :eek:

 

Anyway, point to this post? - just to say that I popped along to Edinburgh Sheriff Court this week just to get a feel for it and I can honestly say my fears have disappeared.

 

I wandered up and sat in the public gallery (alone I might add!) and listened to several small claims - they don't last long and the claimant (us) didn't tend to have to say much as the defence has already been lodged so the Sheriff knows the reasons you are claiming.

 

Granted - these were not our type of cases (as none of the banks seem to get as far as court) however I just wanted to re-assure people that it seemed a relaxed atmosphere, very few people in the room, and it seemed more of a chat than a hearing.

 

In contrast, I popped into some of the criminal courts, much different, people in the public galleries observing, several lawyers, horsehair wigs etc and all very formal (read intimidating!)

 

So, small claims?... bring it on! :)

 

I hope this may allay some of your fears about court, and my advice would be to take a day off and go along yourself and get the feel for it - just incase.

 

Jengis

 

I've actually been involved in several County Court cases - some as claimant (not against the banks though - normal commercial debt chasing) and one as defendant (against the CSA!).

 

It's all very low key and quite relaxed as jengis says and nothing at all to worry about.

 

The only points I would make are:

 

1. Dress smartly. Saville Row is not required but dress as though you were going for a job interview.

 

2. Be respectful to the Judge and all other court staff. The Judges get uppity if they think you are being disrespectful. Again, no need to go over the top tugging forelocks etc, just call him or her sir or madam and generally be polite. The court ushers and admin staff are also very helpful and knowledgeable people -treat them with a bit of respect and they'll help you.

 

3. Turn up in good time - better half an hour early than five minutes late!

 

Of course, none of our cases will ever get this far...... will they ??? :eek:

 

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