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    • Oh I see! thats confusing, for some reason the terms and conditions that Evri posted in that threads witness statement are slightly different than the t&cs on packlinks website. Their one says enter into a contract with the transport agency, but the website one says enter into a contract with paclink. via website: (c) Each User will enter into a contract with Packlink for the delivery of its Goods through the chosen Transport Agency. via evri witness statement in that thread: (c) Each User shall then enter into its own contract with the chosen Transport Agency. Packlink does not have any control over, and disclaims all liability that may arise in contracts between a User and a Transport Agency I read your post at #251, so I should use the second one (and changing the screenshot in the court bundle), since I am saying I have a contract with Evri? Is that correct EDIT: Oh I understand the rest of your conversation. you're saying if I was to do this i would have to fully adjust my ws to use the consumer rights act instead of rights of third parties. In that case should I just edit the terms and stick with the third parties plan?. And potentially if needed just bring up the CRA in the hearing, as you guys did in that thread  
    • First, those are the wrong terms,  read posts 240-250 of the thread ive linked to Second donough v stevenson should be more expanded. You should make refernece to the three fold duty of care test as well. Use below as guidance: The Defendant failed its duty of care to the Claimant. As found in Donoghue v Stevenson negligence is distinct and separate to any breach of contract. Furthermore, as held in the same case there need not be a contract between the Claimant and the Defendant for a duty to be established, which in the case of the Claimant on this occasion is the Defendant’s duty of care to the Claimant’s parcel whilst it is in their possession. By losing the Claimant’s parcel the Defendant has acted negligently and breached this duty of care. As such the Claimant avers that even if it is found that the Defendant not be liable in other ways, by means of breach of contract, should the court find there is no contract between Claimant and Defendant, the Claimant would still have rise to a claim on the grounds of the Defendant’s negligence and breach of duty of care to his parcel whilst it was in the Defendant’s possession, as there need not be a contract to give rise to a claim for breach of duty of care.  The court’s attention is further drawn to Caparo Industries plc v Dickman (1990), 2 AC 605 in which a three fold test was used to determine if a duty of care existed. The test required that: (i) Harm must be a reasonably foreseeable result of the defendant’s conduct; (ii) A relationship of proximity must exist and (iii) It must be fair, just and reasonable to impose liability.  
    • Thank you. here's the changes I made 1) removed indexed statement of truth 2) added donough v Stevenson in paragraph 40, just under the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982 paragraph about reasonable care and skill. i'm assuming this is a good place for it? 3) reworded paragraph 16 (now paragraph 12), and moved the t&cs paragraphs below it then. unless I understood you wrong it seems to fit well. or did you want me to remove the t&cs paragraphs entirely? attached is the updated draft, and thanks again for the help. WS and court bundle-1 fourth draft redacted.pdf
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      The judge's reasoning is very useful and will certainly be helpful in any other cases relating to third-party rights where the customer has contracted with the courier company by using a broker.
      This is generally speaking the problem with using PackLink who are domiciled in Spain and very conveniently out of reach of the British justice system.

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Court case against sisters ex husband lawyer required **RESOLVED**


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I can’t go into detail as the other party maybe on here.

I’m currently waiting for the final hearing date.

The claimant ( sister’s ex husband) has been LIP until now and has recently got himself a barrister. 

I don’t have any representation and the reason for this post is can anyone recommend a lawyer based in the West Midlands. 

I’m on low income and I’ve tried Gov website to see if I’m eligible for Legal Aid but it seems unlikely.

thanks

im4347

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Hi.

We don't recommend lawyers, I'm afraid, our rules don't allow it.

You're looking for a pro bono barrister, from what you say. You could try local law colleges who may have workshops for members of the public. Or there's a pro bono system for barristers which I'll go and have a look for. Someone on here did find one, I'm tagging @HP Mum to see if she can help.

Do you have your files all organised? If you're going to show your case to someone else, they need to be able to understand it easily.

ETA: This is the pro bono organisation supported by the Bar Council, if you google 'pro bono barrister' there are others.

WEAREADVOCATE.ORG.UK

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My input re Advocate is that you need to apply well in advance. 

They suggest minimum of 3 weeks before hearings.

But the reality is they are very busy and it can take months to get help. 

If you are lucky to be "approved" then they send your issue out to many chambers - in the hope barristers see the "pitch" and offer to help

The quality of barristers can be brilliant.  But they are not allowed to be heavily involved in any case. Their pro-bono time is restricted. Which can be a problem with on-going and complicated cases.

What can happen is you keep being given different barristers when their time allocation is exhausted.  That can impact continuity.   But it is a valuable service for those in need.   The chances of getting legal aid are remote (especially if it involves property)

Hope this helps

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Hi all

Quick update

After the long process of going through the Advocate application my application was accepted

I was waiting to be informed when a barrister would available to take on my case, 

unfortunately one isn’t available, I was notified earlier today.

My hearing is tomorrow morning and I have no choice but to go it alone, its a real kick in the gut. 

I'm not sure if there is any other help available at this very short notice....

IM

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Can you file an application to adjourn? If you don't have money (are on benefits) you can apply online for the Govt help with fees.  It's really simple. You need your NI #.  If you are on, say uc, Hmrc will check and give you a code immediately at the end of the online process.  You input that on the top right of the n244 application form.  It means you don't pay to make the application.  You email the court and must cc the application to the otherside.  

You would make an application as a litigant in person for an adjournment due to barrister unavailability.  Ask to adjourn for say 2-3w.  And get back onto Advocate to find counsel asap ?

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Ok. I can't assist with a clinic. 

But go online and get a n244 form and make an application to adjourn.  Ring the court immediately and get their email address now.  Then file it tonight.  You'll still have to attend tomorrow probably at this late stage - but if you arrive early you can probs agree an adjournment w/o attending before a judge.

Do you have Adobe Photoshop?  If not, download a free 1w trial.  (Don't forget to cancel or its £19/m). This makes it really easy to fill in forms and create bundles.  It's a learning curve and time-consuming. I get an annual subs now as I use it all the time for my legal stuff.

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Just don't panic!

Prepare for tomorrow. As best as you can. But aim to confidently demand an adjournment. Lawyers do this all the time at the last minute 

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Fyi - I'm not a lawyer. Just been through a lot alone the last few years.  Others may come along soon to help. But this is what I would do in your shoes.  I would also send a brief email immediately to Advocate and tell them you are going to ask for an adjournment and in the event you succeed could they try their best to find counsel for you in the next 2w ...

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Hope you got your case adjourned.

If you need pro-bono lawyer help - law works helps nationally.  I believe there are legal clinics in your city university.  Check out law works and your university.

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I actually did one better and came to a settlement, didn't cost me a penny. so great result...case closed.

Many thanks for your help, much appreciated.

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