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: