Qualified one-way costs shifting (QOCS)
A rule for most personal injury claims under which a claimant who loses is generally not ordered to pay the defendant's costs out of their own pocket. Costs orders can still be set off against damages, and the protection can be lost, for example if the claim is found to be fundamentally dishonest.
Frequently asked questions
What is Qualified one-way costs shifting?
A rule for most personal injury claims under which a claimant who loses is generally not ordered to pay the defendant's costs out of their own pocket. Costs orders can still be set off against damages, and the protection can be lost, for example if the claim is found to be fundamentally dishonest.
Where is the term used?
Mainly in England and Wales.