A claim form is posted first class on Thursday 7 March. On which day is it deemed served under CPR 6.14?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Monday 11 March, the second business day after posting
- Step 1: A claim form is deemed served on the second business day after the step required by CPR 7.5 is completed.
- Step 2: Posting on Thursday makes Friday the first business day and Monday the second.
Answer
Monday 11 March, the second business day after posting.
Why not the others: Same-day or next-day deemed service does not apply to claim forms; the third business day is too late.
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