Q: How do I chase late payments from a company based in Europe?
Oct 20 2009
Answered by: Clive Lewis Ask a question
The European small claims procedure applies in cross-border litigation to civil and commercial matters where the claim does not exceed 2,000 euros. It will be available from 2009 in all EU Member States except Denmark as an alternative to national procedures.
The procedure established by this Regulation is intended to improve access to justice by simplifying cross-border small claims litigation in civil and commercial matters and reducing costs. ‘Small claims’ are cases concerning sums under 2,000 euros, excluding interest, expenses and disbursements (at the time when the claim form is received by the competent court). Judgments delivered under this procedure are recognised and enforceable in the other Member States without the need for a declaration of enforceability. The procedure is optional, offered as an alternative to the possibilities existing under the national laws of the Member States. It will be applicable from 1 January 2009 in all EU Member States except Denmark.
For more information go to Her Majest’s Court Service website.
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