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}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid6100291 Before: }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid6100291 Master Anare Tuilevuka}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid6100291 \par Counsels: }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid6100291 Plaintiff In Person}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid6100291 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid6100291 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid6100291 : }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid6100291 Messrs Gordon & Company for the Defendant}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid6100291 \par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid6100291 \par Date of Hearing: 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Her personal injuries claim is pending at the Lautoka High Court. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [2]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Before me now is Devi\rquote s application for interim payment in the sum of $105,150.00.}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{ \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 The application is supported by an affidavit of Devi sworn on 14th December 2009. In it, she outlines her version of the events leading to the accident. As to be expected, Devi blames the defendant for the accident. She deposes that}{ \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 :}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 That the defendant was charged with the offence of careless driving and subsequently paid a fine of $100.00 (A copy of Police report confirming of the same is annexed hereto and marked as Exhibit 3)}{ \b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [3]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 According to Devi, the defendant had crossed over to her side of the road and collided with her vehicle }{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 head on}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 .}{ \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 She annexes to her affidavit a letter by the Traffic Officer, Lautoka Police Station dated 22nd January 2008 which states inter alia that: \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \'85 .driver of DY 575 was charged for careless driving. Both vehicles sustained damages. The driver of DY 575 has paid a fine of $100.00 at Post Fiji Shop on 18/09/07 vide receipt no: W1002010 13007 and the case has been filed}{ \b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 . The time of the accident 2 passengers were in each car. The driver of BV 717 received injuries at the neck and at the back and she was treated at Lautoka Hospital and sent home}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [4]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Devi believes she has a good cause of action against the defendant who she says has been charged and convicted of }{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 dangerous driving}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 .}{ \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 However, there is no documentary evidence annexed to her affidavit to support this. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [5]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Devi adds that her local doctors are not able to properly diagnose the injuries she has suffered and have recommended that she goes abroad for treatment.}{ \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 She annexes a copy each of two medical reports that were written for her: the first dated 17th December 2008 and the second dated 19th August 2009 \endash both by Doctor Joeli Mareko. The latter is reproduced in full below. The former is consistent with the latter: \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 RE:}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{ \b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 SAROJINI DEVI f/n LALTA PRASAD \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 The above patient was involved in an accident and she could not walk straight. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 She was crouched forward and pain on the left side of hip and lower abdomen. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 INVESTIGATIONS \par Radiological x-ray revealed no bony injuries and abdomen scan \endash reported normal. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 TREATMENT \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 1.\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls2\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Pain Relief \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 2.\tab}NSAID \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 3.\tab}Physiotherapy \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 4.\tab}Walking Aid \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 It is 2 years since injury she has not walked upright. Her toe extensor on the left is weak. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 She needs to have proper assessment in a specialist spinal unit with proper investigations tools. This would be available abroad. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 She needs to be seen by Specialist Spinal Surgeon and where MRI and CT scan is available. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 I recommend that she be seen by a Special Spinal Surgeon abroad. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [6]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Devi deposes that her daughter is having to look after her on a full time basis. She says she faces extreme hardship in doing ordinary things like going to the lavatory, eating her meals and in bathing. She is in constant pain and has to be attended to by her daughter. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [7]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Devi annexes a sheet of paper on which is typed the following: \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\trowd \irow0\irowband0\ts11\trgaph108\trrh580\trleft1418\trftsWidth1\trftsWidthB3\trautofit1\trpaddl108\trpaddr108\trpaddfl3\trpaddft3\trpaddfb3\trpaddfr3\tbllkhdrrows\tbllkhdrcols 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{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Traveling cost (Airfares) for two persons @ $1000.00 each return air fares \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\intbl\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \cell }{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 $2,000\cell }\pard\plain \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\intbl\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0 \f37\fs22\lang1033\langfe1033\cgrid\langnp1033\langfenp1033 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \trowd \irow1\irowband1\ts11\trgaph108\trleft1418\trftsWidth1\trftsWidthB3\trautofit1\trpaddl108\trpaddr108\trpaddfl3\trpaddft3\trpaddfb3\trpaddfr3\tbllkhdrrows\tbllkhdrcols \clvertalt \clbrdrt\brdrtbl \clbrdrl\brdrtbl \clbrdrb\brdrtbl \clbrdrr\brdrtbl \cltxlrtb\clftsWidth3\clwWidth6095\clshdrawnil \cellx7513\clvertalt\clbrdrt\brdrtbl 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\cltxlrtb\clftsWidth3\clwWidth6095\clshdrawnil \cellx7513\clvertalt\clbrdrt\brdrtbl \clbrdrl\brdrtbl \clbrdrb\brdrtbl \clbrdrr\brdrtbl \cltxlrtb\clftsWidth3\clwWidth1928\clshdrawnil \cellx9441\row }\pard\plain \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 \f37\fs22\lang1033\langfe1033\cgrid\langnp1033\langfenp1033 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [8]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 The document appears to have been prepared by Devi herself. It is not signed by anyone, nor is there a name written on it. There is no document from any hospital abroad to confirm the estimated cost of treatment. Nor is there evidence that some sort of tentative arrangement has been made with any hospita l abroad regarding Devi\rquote s proposed referral. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [9]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Devi also deposes that she used to operate a business under the style and name of Sheena Cleaning Chemical & Shopping Centre. She says that she has not operated the business since the date of the accident. S he annexes a faint uncertified copy of a Certificate of Registration of Business Name which appears to bear out that such a business name was in fact registered. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [10]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 There is no evidence before me that the defendant was ever convicted in a court of law i n relation to any charge laid against him as a result of the motor vehicle accident. Nor is there evidence before me that}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 any court of competent jurisdiction has ever found that the accident happened due to the defendant\rquote s careless driving.}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{ \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [11]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Mr. Gordon submits that a proper trial on the merits is needed before the Court can decide if the accident was caused by the defendant\rquote s careless driving.}{ \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Further, he submits that the medical reports do not specifically state or conclude that Devi\rquote s current medical condition is }{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 caused by}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{ \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 or }{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 due to}{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 the accident which is the subject matter of Devi\rquote s claim.}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 } {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Furthermore, the medical report states that the plaintiff requires }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{ \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 proper investigators}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 and as such is totally inconclusive as they only say that further investigation is required.}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }{\b\f0\fs24\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 LAW \par }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [12]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 An interim payment is an advance payment on account of any damages which a defendant may be held liable to pay. Under }{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Order 29 rule 10 (1)}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 , the plaintiff may seek interim payment }{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 at any time after the writ has been served on a defendant and the time limited for him to acknowledge service has expired} {\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 . \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \b\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [13]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Order 29 Rule 11 (1) }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 (in its relevant part) provides that an order for interim payment in respect of damages may be made if the Court is satisfied of either of the following: \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 (a)\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls4\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 that the defendant has admitted liability for the plaintiff\rquote s damages, or \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 (b)\tab}that the plaintiff has obtained judgment against the defendant for damages to be assessed; or \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 (c)\tab}that, if the action procee ded to trial, the plaintiff would obtain judgment for substantial damages against the defendant \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [14]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 In a personal injury case, an order for interim payment will only be made if, in addition to the Court being satisfied of the existence of any of the abo ve (see paragraph 13 (a) to (c)), the Court is satisfied that the defendant is either: \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 (a)\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls5\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 insured in respect of the plaintiff\rquote s claim; \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 (b)\tab}a public authority; or \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 (c)\tab}a person whose means and resources are such as to enable him to make the interim payment. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par (see }{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Order 29, Rule 11 (2)}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 ) \par }{\b\f0\fs24\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par ISSUES \par \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [15]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 In this case, the defendant has not admitted liability in respect of the Devi\rquote s damages. Nor has Devi obtained judgment against the defendant for damages to be assessed. The defendant is also clearly not a public authority. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [16]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Hence, the only issues for me to consider are, whether: \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 (i)\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls6\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 if the action proceeded to trial, Devi would obtain judgment for substantial damages against the defendant, and}{ \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 (ii)\tab}}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 the defendant is insured in respect of Devi\rquote s claim.}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 (iii)\tab}}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 the defendant is a person whose means and resources are such as to enable him to make an interim payment.}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [17]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 I will discuss the above issues in reverse order starting with (iii), then (ii) and finally (i). \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\f0\fs24\ul\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par WHETHER THE DEFENDANT IS A PERSON WHOSE MEANS AND RESOURCES ARE SUCH AS TO ENABLE HIM TO MAKE AN INTERIM PAYMENT}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 ? \par }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [18]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Mr. Gordon states at paragraph 32 of his submissions that the defendant is a chef at ATS and is relying on his insurers to defend him. He does not have the means and the resour ces to satisfy an interim-liability payment. That evidence should have been deposed in an affidavit. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }{\b\f0\fs24\ul\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 WHETHER THE DEFENDANT IS INSURED IN RESPECT OF THE PLAINTIFF\rquote S CLAIM}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 ? \par }{\b\f0\fs24\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [19]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Who is a person }{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 insured in respect of a plaintiff \rquote s claim}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 ? That question ma y seem superfluous but there is a point to it. In England, an order for interim payment has been held to be possible against a defendant motorist whose insurer would be liable to the plaintiff under the English Road Traffic Act 1988 applying the same Orde r 29 Rule 11(2) (see }{\b\f0\fs24\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 O\rquote Driscoll v Sleigh}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 (1984) Court of Appeal (Civil Division) Transcript No 510 of 1984; [1985] 6 CL Unreported Cases No. 7}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 ). \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [20]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 In contrast, in }{\b\f0\fs24\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Powney v Coxage}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 [1988] The Times, 8 March}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 -}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 it was held that no interim payment could be made against the driver or the insurer in proceedings where, if judgment was obtained, it was likely to be enforced against the insurer.}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{ \b\f0\fs24\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Powney}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 was concerned with the issue of whether an uninsured driver could be treated as }{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 insured in respect of a plaintiff\rquote s claim}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 if any judgment against the driver would nonetheless be satisfied by the English MIB}{ \cs22\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \chftn {\footnote \pard\plain \s20\ql \li0\ri0\sa200\sl276\slmult1\widctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 \f37\fs20\lang1033\langfe1033\cgrid\langnp1033\langfenp1033 {\cs22\super\insrsid1397562 \chftn }{\insrsid1397562 }{\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid1397562 See discussion of this case in Robert Merkin, Jeremy Stuart-Smith, 2004: }{ \b\ul\lang5129\langfe1033\langnp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid15929003 The Law of Motor Insurance.}}}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 . The Court held that such a driver was not }{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 insured in respect of a plaintiff\rquote s claim}{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 "}{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 and therefore, an interim payment could not be ordered. This case has been held to be unsatisfactory even in England because of its narrow construction of the English equivalent of Order 29 Rule 11(2). \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }{\b\f0\fs24\ul\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 WHETHER, IF THE ACTION WERE TO PROCEED TO TRIAL, THE PLAINTIFF WOULD OBTAIN JUDGMENT FOR SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGES AGAINST THE DEFENDANT}{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 ?}{\b\f0\fs24\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [21]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 The question is: to what measure must Devi prove the strength of her case to obtain an order for interim payment? \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [22]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Firstly, in the }{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Supreme Court Practice}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{ \b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 1988 Volume 1 at page 495}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 (White Book), the learned authors expound as follows on the evidence that must be adduced in an application for interim payment in a personal injury claim:}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 (f)}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{ \b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Affidavit in support \endash personal injury actions \endash \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 (i)\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li1440\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls7\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \'85\'85\'85 (not relevant) \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 (ii)\tab}The medical reports should be exhibited \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 (iii)\tab}\'85\'85\'85 (not relevant) \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \b\i\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 (iv)\tab}The special damages and past and future loss of earnings should be set out in detail; \par }\pard \s15\ql \li1440\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 (v)}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{ \b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 It should be explained why the plaintiff needs an interim payment and details should be given of any special needs and hardship. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [23]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 The test to be applied was canvassed by }{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Master Udit}{ \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 in }{\b\f0\fs24\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Raj v Prasad}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 }{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 (2008) FJHC 358}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 . \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 (d) That in order for the court to be satisfied that the plaintiff would obtain a judgment: \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li1440\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562 "}{ \b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 something more that a prima-facie case is clearly required; but not proof beyond reasonable doubt. The burden is high. But it is a civil burden on balance of prob abilities, not a criminal burden; see Shearson Lehman [1987] WLR480, 489a per Liyod L.J.}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562 ""}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 (e) }{ \b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562 "}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 That at the second stage the court, if satisfied that the plaintiff would recover a substantial sum, may then proceed, if it thinks fit, to order interim payment }{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562 "}{ \b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 of such amount as it thinks just}{\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562 "}{ \b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe5129\langnp2057\langfenp5129\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 . Any such payment must not exceed \lquote a reasonable proportion of the damages which in the opinion of the are likely to be recovered...\rquote . In addition under the rules the payment must take account of any \lquote set-off, cross-claim or counterclaim\rquote \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [24]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 In }{\b\f0\fs24\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Raj v Prasad}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 , }{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Master Udit}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 after reviewing various authorities, stated the test as follows: \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li720\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 The Court must be satisfied that the Plaintiff has a realistic prospect and not merely a likelihood of succeeding. In meeting the test the court is required to evaluate the merits or otherwise of the respective parties case. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [25]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Applying the above test, it is hard to reach the conclusion that Devi has a realistic prospect of success on the scanty evidence she has put before me. My reasons follow. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [26]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 The police report annexed to Devi\rquote s affidavit has little evidentiary value in respect of the $100 it alleges the defendant has paid. In addition, there is no concrete evidence before me as to how the accident happened. All I have is Devi\rquote s version of the events. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [27]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 The related police traffic docket may contain material to support her version (e.g. rough sketch plan, fair sketch plan, key to fair sketch plan, the location of the point of impact and the posi tion of the two vehicles at the accident site, any skid mark on the road surface, statements of the two drivers, statement of any eye witness etc) but these are not before me in evidence. A supporting affidavit of the traffic officer(s) who investigated t he accident attaching all these documents would be ideal. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [28]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Secondly, even if there was evidence that Devi would obtain judgment if the action were to proceed to trial, I agree with Mr. Gordon that the medical reports are all }{ \i\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 wishy washy}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 at this stage. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [29]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Dr. Mareko\rquote s medical reports seem to suggest that they have found nothing wrong with Devi, but further assessment is required as she has not walked up right and claims to be in pain since the accident.}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 }{ \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 That, coupled with the fact that there is no evidence that Devi has been communicating with any hospital abroad, does not leave a good impression on her case. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [30]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 The document that Devi annexes to her affidavit which shows various figures including the cost of her treatment overseas appears to be a thinly disguised attempt to dupe the Court. There is no evidence before me from any hospital abroad as to what procedure will be performed on her, let alone any justification of the costs. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [31]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 The uncertified copy of the registration of business name that Devi attaches to her affidavit does nothing to prove the plaintiff\rquote s special damages let alone past and future loss of earnings. Mr. Gordon submits that Devi has thus not shown any evidence of loss of business or proper special damages or amounts upon w hich the Court could make a finding for quantum even if liability could be entertained. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [32]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Mr. Gordon also submits that any payment made now would most likely would not be recoverable from the plaintiff. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\f0\fs24\ul\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par CONCLUSION \par }{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [33]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 I refuse to make an Order for Interim payment on the scanty evidence before me. Notwithstanding my refusal to grant the Orders sought, under }{ \b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Order 29 Rule 10 (5)}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 , it is still open to Devi to make a second or subsequent application upon cause shown.}{ \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par {\listtext\pard\plain\s15 \lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \hich\af0\dbch\af0\loch\f0 [34]\tab}}\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\ls1\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 { \f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Costs is reserved. Case adjourned to 15th June 2010 for mention before me. \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard \s15\qc \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 Anare Tuilevuka \par MASTER \par }\pard \s15\ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }{\b\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 At Lautoka \par 02nd June 2010.}{\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1397562\charrsid1397562 \par }\pard\plain \ql \li0\ri0\nowidctlpar\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1397562 \f37\fs22\lang1033\langfe1033\cgrid\langnp1033\langfenp1033 {\f0\fs24\lang2057\langfe1033\langnp2057\insrsid1972231\charrsid1397562 \par }}