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    • Thank you for your responses. As requested, some more detail. Please forgive, I'm writing this on my phone which always makes for less than perfect grammar. My Dad tries but English not his 1st language, i'm born and bred in England, a qualified accountant and i often help him with his admin. On this occasion I helped my dad put in his renewal driving licence application around 6 weeks before expiry and with it the disclosure of his sleep apnoea. Once the licence expired I told him to get in touch with his GP, because the DVLA were offering only radio silence at that time (excuses of backlogs When I called to chase up). The GP charged £30 for an opinion letter on his ability to drive based on his medical history- at the time I didn't take a copy of the letter, but I am hoping this will be key evidence that we can rely on as to why s88 applies because in the GP opinion they saw no reason he couldn't drive i need to see the letter again as im going only on memory- we forwarded the letter in a chase up / complaint to the DVLA.  In December, everything went quiet RE the sleep apnoea (i presume his GP had given assurance) but the DVLA noticed there had been a 2nd medical issue in the past, when my father suffered a one off mini stroke 3 years prior. That condition had long been resolved via an operation (on his brain of all places, it was a scary time, but he came through unscathed) and he's never had an issue since. We were able to respond to that query very promptly (within the 14 days) and the next communication was the licence being granted 2 months later. DVLA have been very slow in responding every step of the way.  I realise by not disclosing the mini stroke at the time, and again on renewal (had I known I'd have encouraged it) he was potentially committing an offence, however that is not relevant to the current charge being levied, which is that he was unable to rely on s88 because of a current medical issue (not one that had been resolved). I could be wrong, I'm not a legal expert! The letter is a summons I believe because its a speeding offence (59 in a temp roadworks 50 limit on the A1, ironically whist driving up to visit me). We pleaded guilty to the speeding but not guilty to the s87.  DVLA always confirmed to me on the phone that the licence had not been revoked and that he "May" be able to continue to drive. They also confirmed in writing, but the letter explains the DVLA offer no opinion on the matter and that its up to the driver to seek legal advice. I'll take the advice to contact DVLA medical group. I'm going to contact the GP to make sure they received the SAR request for data, and make it clear we need to see a copy of the opinion letter. In terms of whether to continue to fight this, or to continue with the defence, do we have any idea of the potential consequences of either option? Thanks all
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    • Sleep apnoea: used to require the condition  to be “completely” controlled Sometime before June 2013 DVLA changed it to "adequately" controlled. I have to disagree with MitM regarding the effect of informing DVLA and S.88 A diagnosis of sleep apnoea doesn't mean a licence wont be granted, and, indeed, here it was. If the father sought medical advice (did he?) : this is precisely where S.88 applies https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/64edcf3a13ae1500116e2f5d/inf1886-can-i-drive-while-my-application-is-with-dvla.pdf p.4 for “new medical condition” It is shakier ground if the opinion of a healthcare professional wasn’t sought. in that case it is on the driver to state they believed they met the medical standard to drive. However, the fact the licence was then later granted can be used to be persuasive that the driver’s belief they met the standard was correct. What was the other condition? And, just to confirm, at no point did DVLA say the licence was revoked / application refused? I’d be asking DVLA Drivers’ Medical Group why they believe S.88 doesn’t apply. S.88 only applies for the UK, incidentally. If your licence has expired and you meet the conditions for S.88 you can drive in the U.K., but not outside the U.K. 
    • So you think not pay until DN then pay something to the oc to delay selling to dcas?    then go from there? 
    • think about it, if you don't pay the full amount, what more can they do , default you  they've already registered a default notice by that point.  why have you got to await sale to a DCA.... for what?  
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Could you tell me what points can go or which one's to make shorter? I'm not sure what else I could take out that's not needed.

 

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Change 5. to rolling credit not unsecured.

 

Remove from 17. MCOB (Section 12.5). again thats for Mortgages.

 

34 A&B merge them into one line and remove declaration

 

Think again about E...if you defaulted then the claimant is entitled to mark your file accordingly

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Hi Andy

 

I've added the changes and I think I've finished the Exhibits.

 

I'll upload it for you to look at and If its okay I'll email tonight. Or do I have until the 27/06/2017 to email it?

 

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You must submit it by the dates stated within your Notice of Allocation (Courts Directions) before the hearing date.

 

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Hi Andy

 

My court papers say two weeks before the hearing date the 11/07/2017. So that's the 27/06/2017 I think.

 

Is the witness statement okay or do I need to change anything?

 

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Looks good to me...its for them now to justify why the charges are justified :-)

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Hi Andy

 

That's great thank god lol.

 

It felt a lot longer then it took. I'll get it emailed off tomorrow since I've got until then.

 

Thanks for all your help I hope they settle :)

 

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I rang up the court yesterday and they said the defendant witness statement was sent in on the 28/06/2017 and was on the system on the 28/06/2017. I'm not sure how it got on in one day but the deadline was the 27/06/2017 so does that mean they've not complied with the courts orders?

 

Also I've still not got a copy of the witness statement or heard anything from them and the hearing is only 4 days away. Should I send them a letter asking for a copy of the witness statement?

 

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Tell the court they failed to serve it on you...and therefore they have not complied with the court directions...whether you ask the court for a copy is your decision...but you can enter trial and state the fact and that their WS should be dismissed as you have not been served or had time to consider.

 

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Hi Andy

 

I thought that meant they hadn't complied with the orders. Would the defendant be able to stop the witness statement being dismissed? I can't see how they could because surly it be an unfair trial if it could go ahead with them knowing my statement but me not knowing theirs.

 

Also what do I do if it turns up like the day before the trial?

 

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directions clearly state 14 days pre trial....dont let them ambush you...the court should impose sanctions.

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Okay Andy thanks

 

I'll let the court know that they have clearly not complied and probably had no intention of complying. Also what are sanctions in court? Would that mean there defence is struck-out and I win by default?

 

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Correct...also if they have failed to disclose any evidence on you (documents) then they can only proceed on verbal evidence...no written.

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Thanks Andy

 

So what would I need to say when I go into the court room to have the defendants witness statement and defence struck out? Do I have to say it a certain way or can I keep it simple?

 

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Simple in your own words...you can refer to CPR 3.... In civil litigation, the court’s general case management powers are set out at Part 3 of

the CPR.

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Thanks Andy

I've been looking at part 3 of the CPR and found Power to strike out a statement of case part 3.4. Am I right in thinking I can use paragraph (2)c "that there has been a failure to comply with a rule, practice direction or court order." in my statement to the court to get the defendants witness statement and defence struck out?

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Also would I refer to there witness statement as an "Affidavit" when I request that the judge strike it out?

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I'm not sure if I've understood the CPR right but would the following make sense and be okay to be the first thing I say to the judge?

Sir, I would like to draw your attention to the Defendant’s lack of compliance with the orders set out in the “Notice of Allocation to the Small Claims Track”. In this notice, it was ordered that the Defendant has to deliver to the Claimant copies of all documents on which the Defendant intended to rely upon no later than 14 days before the hearing.

The Defendant to this date has not delivered any witness statements or case evidence to myself the claimant. In light of this failure to comply with the orders set out by the court I request that the judge refers to part 3.4© of the CPR and strike-out the Defendant’s Witness statement and Counterclaim.

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Perfect :thumb:

 

Have they made a counter claim?

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Hi Andy

Thanks for your reply and no there wasn't any counter claim. I thought their defence was classed as a counter claim but after looking up it's not my bad lol.

Would you by any chance have an idea what would most like be said to me or happen after I give my statement? I just want to be ready encase they say something I don't understand.

Also what documents do I need to bring to the court. I'm guessing the witness statement and all correspondence?

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Am I right in this calculation of how much I'm owed?

408.00 in fees

504.56 Interest in restitution

166.25 in 8% Simple Interest

80.00 court fee

Total £1,158.81

Is there any court costs I should be adding or is it all good?

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Take all your file.....paginate it so easily accessible .....top page should be your bullet points that your claim relies upon.

 

Figures look okay...but you have all the workings so I assume you have checked them...you have already added your court fee..no further costs.

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Hi Andy

I'll take everything with me then.

What do I have to do when I've made my statement to the judge?

Also will I have to make another statement for the judgement after the judge has said his bit or will the judge do that after he strikes out the defendants witness statement?

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Just done a bit more research into what happens.

What should my closing statement be.

Can it be like the opening statement?

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Not sure were you are researching Andrew but there wont be any opening or closing statements..its not Crown Court...let the DJ lead the hearing...you will be asked by the DJ to speak at the relevant times as Claimant.

 

But your initial statement should concentrate on the defendants lack of compliance and you ask the court to consider what we have discussed above and also that the defendant is barred from introducing written documentary evidence and if allowed to proceed only rely on verbal evidence only.....then let the Judge direct.

 

You will be lucky if he allows more than 45mins.

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Hi Andy

 

Sorry I've been trying all morning to get an idea of what would happen in the room and I keep getting different views when looking. I'm gunna set off for the court soon will this be okay for me to say when asked.

 

 

1. Sir, I would like to draw your attention to the Defendant’s lack of compliance with the orders set out in the “Notice of Allocation to the small claims Track”.

 

2. In this notice, it was ordered that the Defendant has to deliver to the Claimant copies of all documents on which the Defendant intended to rely upon no later than 14 days before the hearing.

 

3. The Defendant to this date has not delivered any witness statements or case evidence to myself the claimant.

 

4. In light of this failure to comply with the orders set out by the court. I request that you refer to part 3.4© of the Civil Procedure Rules and strike-out the Defendant’s Witness statement.

 

5. I also think that you should apply sanctions to the defendant for this failure to comply with the orders and that the defendant is barred from introducing written documentary evidence.

 

6. If the defendant is allowed to proceed with the case after these sanctions I request that the defendant only rely on verbal evidence.

 

 

Also If the judge does strike out their witness statement. Will he still want to hear my witness statement or will he just apply judgement since the defendant no longer will have a defence?

 

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Yes thats fine.....he wont strike out their witness statement as they have not submitted one...you mean their defence?

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They haven't sent a copy to me but they filed one with the court on the 28/06/2017 a day after the dead line. So I thought it would have to of also been struck out. Does that mean I should ask to strike out there defence not witness statement?

 

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Both :-)

 

Its important to understand that any party cannot be ambushed with evidence without due time allowed to consider it..thats the basic mechanics of law and trial...file and serve...if you get this point across effectively...and succinctly then you shouldnt need to worry about anything further as they will either strike out or adjourn to allow you to consider their statement.

 

Do not allow the Judge to allow the defendant to ambush you!!!

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