Costs Can Exceed Your Claim

Legal costs in litigation often surprise parties. Even in 'simple' cases, solicitor fees, barrister fees, court fees, and expert fees can quickly exceed the amount you're claiming. Consider early settlement offers carefully - a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. Be strategic about proportionality: spending £10,000 to recover £5,000 is rarely wise unless there's a point of principle worth the expense.