What is civil procedure rules in UK?
The Civil Procedure Rule Committee was set up under the Civil Procedure Act 1997 to make rules of court for the Civil Division of the Court of Appeal, the High Court and the County Court. The Civil Procedure Rules set out the practice and procedure to be followed.
What is the purpose of the rules of procedure?
The proper objective of rules of civil procedure is to obtain a just, fair, equitable and impartial adjudication o the rights of litigants under established principles of substantive law.
How do you cite the Rules of Civil Procedure in Ontario?
Ontario regulations are cited as "Ontario Regulation" (O Reg) followed by a number and the last two digits of the year in which the regulation was filed. Example: O Reg 45/91 = this regulation was the 45th regulation filed in 1991.
Why do the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure provide for discovery?
Discoveries are a part of the Ontario Superior Court process, as established by the Rules of Civil Procedure (the Rules) and assist with understanding the other parties' positions and evidence. Discoveries are a key step after pleadings have been delivered and before the trial can take place.