Form 6A(ii) – Personal Injuries Counterclaim

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.

Use this form or another 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

• • Ensure all boxes relevant to your situation are ticked.
• • Provide clear, legible handwriting or digital input for all fields.
• • Attach copies of the original claim documents if required by the court notice.
• • Clearly state who you are counterclaiming against (the original claimant).
• • Detail the injuries *you* suffered due to their actions.
• • Sign and date the form in the designated signature block.

How to file this form

1. 1Complete all sections of Form 6A(ii) thoroughly.
2. 2Gather supporting evidence (medical notes, photos, etc.).
3. 3Submit the completed form to the relevant Courts Service office or via the online portal.
4. 4Keep a copy of the signed and stamped form for your records.
5. 5If submitting digitally, ensure the file format meets court specifications (usually PDF).

Known limitations

• • This form does not determine liability; it only formally lodges the counterclaim.
• • It is not a guarantee that your counterclaim will succeed or be accepted by the judge.
• • The specific required supporting documents are not confirmed in this summary view.
• • Jurisdictional requirements may vary slightly between different Irish courts.