how do legal costs work?

[gridgway]

if hypothetically one ended up with using a lawyer in a S172 case that went to court and were found innocent, does one get the legal costs covered, in full, in part or not at all?

Graham

[justinp1]

If they are reasonable they are usually covered in full.

You should also apply for your costs too if you go to court as a witness. Petrol, parking, time to prepare the case and time of work should all be included.

There are only a few solicitors who dont get their costs covered in full, but them that is because they charge £4000 a day.

If the costs you are asking for a a bit less than that, you should be ok!

[busa_rush]

Even as a witness you get a small amount, something like £50/day, doesn't cover lost earnings, not even slightly.

[leosayer]

www.pistonheads.co.uk/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&f=10&t=332021

[jasandjules]

You will get reasonable costs.