Author: Contend Legal
Small Claims Appeals: Legal Overview
Introduction to Small Claims Appeals When a decision is made in a small claims court, you may not always agree with the outcome. A small claims appeal gives you the opportunity to challenge the court’s decision if you believe there has been a legal error or a serious problem with how the case was handled.…
Appealing a Criminal Conviction or Sentence in the UK
Introduction to Criminal Appeals When someone is found guilty of a crime or receives a sentence they believe is unfair, they may have the right to challenge that decision through a criminal appeal. A criminal appeal is a formal request for a higher court to review the outcome of a case decided by a lower…
Civil Court Appeals: Legal Overview
Understanding Civil Court Appeals Understanding Civil Court Appeals A civil court appeal is a formal process that allows you to challenge a decision made by a civil court if you believe there has been a legal error or unfairness in your case. Unlike criminal appeals, which deal with criminal convictions or sentences, civil appeals focus…
Appeals and Tribunals: UK Legal Overview
Understanding Appeals and Tribunals Appeals and tribunals are key parts of the UK legal system, allowing individuals and organisations to challenge decisions they believe are incorrect or unfair. An appeal is a formal process where you ask a higher court or tribunal to review a decision made by a lower court or tribunal. Tribunals are…
How to Enforce a Court Judgment and Recover Debt in the UK
Understanding Court Judgments and Enforcement A court judgment is a formal decision made by a court at the end of legal proceedings, usually requiring one party (the debtor) to pay money, return property, or take specific actions in favour of the other party (the creditor). Once a judgment is made, it has legal force, meaning…
How to Collect and Use a Sealed Court Order or Judgment
Understanding Your Sealed Order or Judgment Understanding Your Sealed Order or Judgment When a UK court issues a sealed order or judgment, it means the court has made a formal decision in your case, and this decision has been officially recorded and stamped by the court. A “sealed” document simply means it bears the court’s…
Changing or Cancelling a Court Order: Legal Overview
Introduction to Changing or Cancelling a Court Order A court order is a formal decision made by a court that sets out what someone must or must not do. Court orders can cover a wide range of situations, including family matters (such as child arrangements or divorce), financial settlements, and other legal disputes. Sometimes, circumstances…
After a Court Decision: Legal Overview
Understanding the Court’s Decision When a court reaches a decision in your case, it will issue a formal order or judgment. This document sets out what the court has decided, the reasons behind the decision, and any actions that must be taken by you or the other party. Court decisions can include a range of…
How UK Law Treats Shared Money and Property in Marriage
Understanding Shared Assets in Marriage When you get married in the UK, many of the things you acquire together – such as money, property, and personal belongings – are known as shared assets. Shared assets typically include anything you and your spouse buy, earn, or receive during your marriage, regardless of whose name is on…
Understanding Pension Rights and Benefits for Your Spouse
Introduction to Pension Benefits for Spouses Introduction to Pension Benefits for Spouses Pension benefits are a key part of financial planning for married couples in the UK. They represent the money that one or both spouses build up during their working lives, which can provide crucial income in retirement. Understanding how these benefits work –…
