Hi All,
I’m hoping someone can please help me because as I am really worried about a claim I’ve received from Moorside legal.
I was the registered keeper of the vehicle at the time (2022), but I was not the driver. The car only stopped briefly the driver did not get out of the car, and it was a weekend when the surrounding businesses were closed, so no obstruction was caused. The signage was not noticed at the time, the first we were aware is when I got this fine. I have searched online and others get caught out in the exact location. I believe from reading other posts it is signed no stopping.
When the first letters arrived, I looked online for advice and unfortunately followed suggestions to 'ignore them as they do not have the drivers details’ I now realise this was a mistake, and the matter has escalated to a court claim. I’m frustrated because the car was not parked, only stopped briefly and they wanted £170!.
I’ve spent the last few days reading about the process and I’m considering submitting an Acknowledgement of Service (AOS). However, I’m very worried because I cannot afford to pay the full amount. I’m also worried about my credit record and whether submitting an AOS will increase the amount claimed.
If I submit an AOS, does the claim amount increase? I’ve seen other threads about Moorside Legal, but the details aren’t exactly the same as my situation so I’m unsure what applies to me.
I have put particulars about the claims below.. Can anyone please advise me? is this worth fighting or not?
“The Claim is for an unpaid Parking Charge issued for a breach of contractual terms on 13/08/2022 at Private Roadways Bilbrough York YO23 3NX to vehicle *******.
The signage displayed at the site set out contractual terms and offered a contractual licence, which the Defendant accepted by parking. The Claimant has authority to operate the site and issue charges.
The breach was: No Stopping.
The Defendant is liable as the driver and/or keeper, in contract and/or pursuant to POFA Schedule 4, and the charge remains unpaid despite demand.
AND THE CLAIMANT CLAIMS:
1. £170.00 being the total of the PCN.
2. Costs and Court fees.
The claimant claims interest under section 69 of the County Courts Act 1984 at the rate of 8% a year from 09/09/2022 to 26/01/2026 on £170.00 and also interest at the same rate up to the date of judgment or earlier payment at a daily rate of £0.02.
Any guidance or reassurance would be greatly appreciated… I am just so worried about this. The fine
is worth more than the car was!
Thank you.
