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Form 6A(ii) – Personal Injuries Counterclaim
This is Form 6A(ii), the Personal Injuries Counterclaim form, issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. You use this form when you are involved in a personal injury claim but want to make a counterclaim against the original claimant.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 6A(ii) – Personal Injuries Counterclaim
This is Form 6A(ii), the Personal Injuries Counterclaim form, issued by the Courts Service of Ireland. You use this form when you are involved in a personal injury claim but want to make a counterclaim against the original claimant.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to reference the original claim number when filling out the form.
- 2Failing to name the correct opposing party/claimant.
- 3Not clearly stating the nature of *your* injury claim.
- 4Missing the original Court Case Number reference.
- 5Submitting it without attaching supporting medical evidence.
Plain English
If someone sues you for injuries and damages, but you believe *they* actually caused an injury to *you*, you use this form to fight back. It lets you formally tell the court that you have your own case against them too. This is part of the standard personal injury claims process in Ireland.
Submission Date
- Filing date: While specific deadlines vary by court, ensure you file this form before the court sets a final deadline for responses. Check your case documentation for exact dates.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when you are already part of a personal injury claim.
- Use this form specifically to make a 'counterclaim' against the person who originally sued you.
- Do not use this if you are starting a brand new, unrelated personal injury claim.
- Use this if you want to argue that *you* have suffered injuries caused by the original claimant.
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Use this form or another form?
Starting a New Claim
You are the primary injured party and initiating suit.
✓ Check if your claim is already active.
Form 6A (or relevant initial form)
Responding to an Initial Summons
This indicates you need to respond, but this form lets you fight back too.
✓ Read the court documents first.
Making a Defence Only
You are admitting fault/liability but not necessarily making a claim against them.
✓ Confirm if you have an injury to claim for.
Form 6A (or relevant defence form)
Not confirmed in official source
Not confirmed in official source
✓ Always verify the exact required form.
Deadline or filing window
While specific deadlines vary by court, ensure you file this form before the court sets a final deadline for responses. Check your case documentation for exact dates.
Before you submit
- 1Ensure all boxes relevant to your situation are ticked.
- 2Provide clear, legible handwriting or digital input for all fields.
- 3Attach copies of the original claim documents if required by the court notice.
- 4Clearly state who you are counterclaiming against (the original claimant).
- 5Detail the injuries *you* suffered due to their actions.
- 6Sign and date the form in the designated signature block.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 6A(ii) thoroughly.
- 2Gather supporting evidence (medical notes, photos, etc.).
- 3Submit the completed form to the relevant Courts Service office or via the online portal.
- 4Keep a copy of the signed and stamped form for your records.
- 5If submitting digitally, ensure the file format meets court specifications (usually PDF).
Known limitations
- 1This form does not determine liability; it only formally lodges the counterclaim.
- 2It is not a guarantee that your counterclaim will succeed or be accepted by the judge.
- 3The specific required supporting documents are not confirmed in this summary view.
- 4Jurisdictional requirements may vary slightly between different Irish courts.
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Proceedings
3 items
The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.
The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.
The court and the office where the document is being filed.
Substance
2 items
What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.
The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.
Execution
1 items
Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This Form 6A(ii) remains the standard document for lodging a personal injuries counterclaim with the Courts Service of Ireland. Check the latest version available on the Courts website before completing it.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the date stamp on the top right corner of the form.
- Verify if any section headings have changed from previous versions.
- Confirm the specific court/circuit details listed are current for your location.
- Review instructions regarding required supporting documentation (e.g., medical reports).
- Ensure the designation 'Personal Injuries Counterclaim' is clearly present.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 25/08/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: Form 6A(ii)
- SRCPurpose: Personal Injuries Counterclaim
- SRCContext: Used when responding to an initial injury claim.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific required accompanying documents.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Claimant' vs. 'Counterclaimant': You are the one filing this form, making you the counterclaimant.
Mistaking it for a Defence: A defence is about arguing facts; a counterclaim is about asserting *your* separate injury claim.
Not knowing who to send it to: Ensure you file it with the correct court handling the original case.
Forgetting to detail the cause: You must link your injuries directly back to the actions of the original claimant.
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