1. What Are Fixed Costs Pre October 2023?

Fixed costs refer to the predetermined costs that can be recovered in legal cases according to the pre-October 2023 Fixed Recoverable Costs (FRC) tables. These were standard amounts set for different stages of litigation.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the pre-October 2023 FRC tables:

Where:

• Cost Type — The category of legal work
• Amount — The base amount before calculation
• Date — Must be before October 2023

Explanation: The calculation applies the appropriate fixed cost amount based on the work type and other factors according to the pre-2023 rules.

3. Importance of Fixed Costs Calculation

Details: Accurate fixed costs calculation is crucial for budgeting legal cases, determining recoverable costs, and ensuring compliance with the pre-October 2023 rules.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Select the appropriate cost type, enter the amount, and ensure the date is before October 2023. All values must be valid.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why use pre-October 2023 tables?
A: These tables apply to cases initiated before the October 2023 changes to the fixed costs regime.

Q2: What changed in October 2023?
A: The fixed costs regime was expanded to cover more claims and some amounts were adjusted.

Q3: When should I use this calculator?
A: For cases where the cause of action accrued before October 2023.

Q4: Are there limitations to this calculator?
A: It only covers standard cases under the pre-2023 rules. Exceptional cases may require different calculations.

Q5: Where can I find the official tables?
A: The official FRC tables were published in the Civil Procedure Rules.