Assessment of damages

Assessment of damages

Service Description

Is the determination of the amount payable as compensation for the injury suffered by the applicant. The award is made after considering surrounding circumstances and the evidence given in support of the claim.

How do I obtain this service?

After an order for assessment of damages has been made application is made to the Registrar for a date to be assigned for assessment of damages. A notice of set down of the assessment is issued and served on the defendant. Assessment of damages is usually done where the amount claimed is uncertain.

How do I apply for the service?

Application for a date can be made by letter to the Registrar responsible, verbally or telephonically. The application must give the details of the case to allow easy identification of the case.

Cost involved in obtaining the service.

P30 for filing a supporting affidavit for the application for judgment.

Where can I get more information?

The Registrar's Office

Private Bag F13
Tel: (+267) 2412125
Fax: (+267) 2416378
Email:

The Registrar's Office

Private Bag 00220
Tel: (+267) 3718000
Fax: (+267) 3915119
Email:

The Registrar's Office

Private Bag 001
Tel: (+267) 5338000
Fax: (+267) 5332317
Email:

The Registrar's Office

Private Bag 00220
Tel: (+267) 3718000
Fax: (+267) 3915119
Email:
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