Which costs assessment is typically applicable to multi track cases?

• A. Summary assessment
• B. Detailed assessment
• C. Interim assessment
• D. Fixed assessment

Answer: (B)

In multi-track cases the costs are typically assessed through a detailed assessment because these cases are more complex and involve higher, more variable costs. A detailed assessment allows a costs judge to scrutinize the bill line by line, challenge unreasonable items, and ensure the costs claimed are proportionate to the work done and the outcome. This deeper examination is necessary given the range of specialists, longer timings, and larger disbursements that can arise in multi-track work. By contrast, summary assessment is quicker and suited to straightforward or uncontested costs, interim assessment is used for provisional determinations during proceedings, and fixed assessment applies only when costs are set by tariff or agreement, which isn’t the typical approach for multi-track matters.