02-17-2026, 08:07 AM
(02-16-2026, 08:08 PM)b789 Wrote: Definitely take a costs schedule and don’t forget to ask for your cost if/when successful. Burgess never attends these. The only reason this one progressed to this stage is because it is for more than 2 PCNS.
They will almost certainly send an advocate. The advocate will know nothing about the case. You should try and understand the meaning of VCS v Leyland. An advocate who says they are a “solicitors agent” does not have a right to audience although the judge can use their discretion. If you can show the persuasive argument in Leyland, the judge may also send them packing.
Remember, you are on a very strong dotting here. No contract, no driver identity. The burden of proof is on the claimant. You just say prove who was the driver and prove that an actual contract was formed.
Thank you. I will make sure to read and understand VCS v Leyland. I will also take a costs schedule. Many thanks again. I will let you know how it goes.
