Notice to Insurer (District Court Personal Injury Proceedings)

A Notice to Insurer which is to be filed when a Plaintiff commences proceedings against the Defendant. This is intended for Plaintiffs who were injured in the course of employment and intend to seek damages against one party, namely the employer.

Notice to Insurer (District Court Personal Injury Proceedings)

A Notice to Insurer which is to be filed when a Plaintiff commences proceedings against the Defendant. This is intended for Plaintiffs who were injured in the course of employment and intend to seek damages against two parties, namely the employer and the principal contractor.

Can I appeal a decision handed down by the Small Claims Tribunal?

Yes, you can appeal against the decision or apply to the Tribunal for review.  An application for review must be made within 7 days after the date of the court order or award. The application requires you to submit Form 8C “Application for Review of an Award / Order by a Party” and reasons in … Read more

What should I do if I am being sued at the Small Claims Tribunal?

If you are being sued at the Small Claims Tribunal, you would have already received the claimant’s claim from the Tribunal. From that, there are different ways that you can respond to the claim depending on whether you agree or disagree with the claim: If you agree to pay whole or part of the amount … Read more

Can I obtain any legal assistance at the Small Claims Tribunal?

If you are involved in a claim brought in the Small Claims Tribunal, no legal representation is permitted. Although claims in the Small Claims Tribunal are generally more straightforward than those in other courts, individuals with no legal background may find the legal procedure complicated. While court staff can help you with any enquiries on … Read more

What is the usual legal procedure of a case at the Small Claims Tribunal?

The Small Claims Tribunal handles claims for money not exceeding HK$75,000 and the proceedings are quick and informal. Parties to the dispute are also not allowed to have any legal representation, though they can consult a lawyer before they attend the Tribunal. There are no rules on the presentation of evidence as strictly as most … Read more

How do I make a claim at the Small Claims Tribunal?

If you are involved in a dispute and you wish to make a claim against the other party, you may do so at the Small Claims Tribunal. The Tribunal handles claims for money not exceeding HK$75,000 in a quick and informal manner. Nevertheless, you can still bring a claim not exceeding HK$75,000 by abandoning any … Read more