DVLA - Freedom of Information Request FOIR3988, where to get a copy?

mar_88

Okay - Need to do some more work then. I understand the deadline for submission of supplementary documents has passed for me. The hearing is in exactly 2 weeks, however the Claimant failed to serve me on time and hence it's taken me time to compile a new one. Should I add a request to the court to consider some leniency? 

Coupon-mad

Absolutely NOT.  Do not draw attention to it.

mar_88

Coupon-mad said:

Absolutely NOT.  Do not draw attention to it.

Even if the WS is adding arguments towards the set aside that I want to be considered as well that are not on my original one?

Coupon-mad

Just add them. Don't point out it's late!

mar_88

Can I serve the court via email? I have enquiries.warwick.countycourt@justice.gov.uk and e-filing.warwick.countycourt@justice.gov.uk -  Suppose these will do? Only served physical copies before but don't want to wait any longer

Coupon-mad

Use both emails plus copy in the C's roboclaim lot.

Jenni_D

Coupon-mad said:

Use both emails plus copy in the C's roboclaim lot.

AKA their legal company (if they're using one) or VCS themselves (if they're not).  

mar_88

Jenni_D said:

Coupon-mad said:

Use both emails plus copy in the C's roboclaim lot.

AKA their legal company (if they're using one) or VCS themselves (if they're not).  

Yes they've served me papers via email already, ELMS Legal

mar_88

It is done now - I'll keep you posted. Many thanks for your help today!

mar_88

Afternoon all, 

I've had my set aside hearing a couple weeks ago and I've been granted a set aside!  Apologies for the delay in posting.

I want to thank all of you that kindly replied to my questions and provided pointers as to where to find helpful examples in the forum - Your help to regular folks like me is invaluable. I assume the best way to contribute is to paste a forum-friendly version of my best WS here. I will also try to remember and ask for the defence hearing court transcripts later in the year.

As a summary, I was granted a set aside under CPR13.3 as I could demonstrate I acted promptly when informed of the CCJ and provided evidence that I had a prospect to successfully defend the claim. However, the Judge deemed service as correct which renders the Boxwood argument useless. I was quite surprised at the decision as I provided examples of other debt collection agencies being able to track me abroad after the first NTK was issued. I was granted my application costs and these have now been paid. 

The Judge has granted VCS 28 days to compose a reply to my defence, while allowing me time to make another witness statement and evidence submission should I deem it appropriate based on this reply. The case has now been allocated to the Small Claims Track.

I have received a copy of the order today, and (funnily enough) a letter from VCS notifying ELMS Legal are not representing them anymore and all comms need to be directed to them. They're also offering to settle for a reduced amount of 185£. At this stage I understand I hold the high ground and don't mind taking my chances in court, so I have a few questions: 

a) Do I need/should reply to the VCS settlement letter? What arguments should I reply with if the answer is yes? 
b) Do I need to copy the court? 
c) I will use VCS' litigation department email to serve them, anyone have any bad experiences doing this?