On January 1, 2010 new provisions came into force which amend the Code of Civil Procedure by introducing new electronic proceedings by writ of payment. The amendment is to have a positive impact on the speed of dealing with some of the cases in courts. The new procedure should above all relieve the civil courts in simple, petty matters e.g. with regard to payment of bills for utilities like gas, electricity, or water, which until now have been settled the proceedings by writ of payment in the traditional form. The new provisions give a choice: it is possible to file the statement of claim with court on paper or through electronic means.
Contact person: Aleksander Kowalski, ak@pnplaw.pl