By Pierce Bedogni - 1 Nov 2019
The Disputes Tribunal has just increased the financial
threshold for submitting a claim to $30,000. Until 29 October 2019,
a party could only file a claim up to a maximum of $15,000 (or
$20,000 with both parties' agreement). At this low sum it meant
that parties who wanted to pursue claims slightly over $15,000
faced the prospect of either writing off a portion of the debt to
pursue their claim in the Tribunal, or abandoning it all
together.
What will also be of interest is that the increased threshold
has not meant an increased filing fee. It still remains $180 to
file a claim in the Tribunal for a sum up to $30,000.
This change has just come into effect. So if you're owed a
relatively small amount and have been caught wondering whether to
pursue your claim, this may be the change you've been waiting
for.
Although lawyers cannot appear on your behalf in Tribunal
hearings, the Martelli
McKegg litigation team can help you with preparing your
submissions, evidence and strategy for your Disputes Tribunal
appearance.
Contact us today.