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There can be a number of reasons for starting a court case in King’s Bench Court. It has the jurisdiction to handle any type of civil matter. Grounds for suing are complicated and before you decide to sue you should consult a lawyer. If you are representing yourself, research the law to determine if you have a case.
Lawsuits are expensive and time-consuming. You should consider whether you can use Small Claims Court or settle your case outside of court. You will also want to consider how or if you will be able to collect on a judgment if you are successful in your case.
In order to start a civil action in the Court of King's Bench for Saskatchewan, certain requirements must be met.
Different types of matters require different court forms. It is important to ensure that you are using the proper form for your matter.
If you are being sued, it is important to understand your options and the consequences of simply not responding.
It is important to ensure that the other party is properly served with the required documents and within certain time limits.
Parties to any non-family civil case are required to try to mediate their dispute before their case is heard in court. There will also be a pre-trial conference if the matter is going to trial. It allows the parties narrow down the issues. It can also improve the efficiency of the trial.
Even after a King’s Bench case has started, parties still have an opportunity to settle the matter before it is decided by the courts.
Going to King's Bench Court involves many formalities. It is important to be properly prepared.
Some claims under $100,000 may be heard in an expedited trial that is quicker and less costly than a regular trial in King's Bench Court.
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