Heigh Ho, Heigh Ho, It’s Off to Court We Go – But What are the Costs of Suing?
Litigation is costly. Settle out of court if possible. Suing requires "deep pockets and nerves of steel." Winning may get you a costs order, but it's not guaranteed. You risk paying both sides' legal fees if you lose. Even with a win, recovering costs can be difficult. Three cost categories exist: Party & Party (taxed, limited), Attorney & Client (broader), and Attorney & Own Client (your agreed rate, not recoverable).