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: Providing a formal structure for negotiations that can occur at any point, from pre-action until trial. Consequences of Rejection

A is a strategic "without prejudice save as to costs" proposal made by either a claimant or a defendant. Unlike standard settlement offers, Part 36 offers carry strictly defined, court-enforced consequences if they are rejected and the case later goes to trial. Strategic Objectives Download Part36 txt

: Forcing parties to critically evaluate the strength of their case early in the litigation process. : Providing a formal structure for negotiations that

The power of Part 36 lies in the "costs penalties" that trigger if the party receiving the offer fails to beat it at trial: Part 36 offers carry strictly defined

: The claimant may be ordered to pay the defendant's costs from the date the offer expired, often on a more punitive "indemnity" basis.