Guides
Straightforward, non-lawyer explanations of the parts of the small-claims process most people get stuck on. Written for England & Wales.
Letter Before Action: the complete UK guide (2026)
What a Letter Before Action is, when the courts expect one, what it must contain, and how to send it.
Letter Before Claim vs Letter Before Action — what's the difference?
The two names refer to the same pre-action letter under the Practice Direction. Here's what to call yours.
How to write a Letter Before Action (step by step)
A plain-English walkthrough with the exact sections, wording, and deadlines the court expects to see.
Late payment interest in the UK: how much can you charge?
Statutory interest under the Late Payment of Commercial Debts Act, plus how to calculate it correctly.
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