Court corrects £90,000 payment error to West Sussex couple after legal victory
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A West Sussex couple, Gilly and Nigel Cutts, have received £90,000 owed to them after a court mistakenly sent the money to the person they had sued. The error occurred due to an administrative mistake by Brighton County Court. The Cutts had won their case in March 2024 against the building's owner after facing severe water damage in their flat. The defendant, who has been uncontactable, was ordered by a judge to return the funds. His Majesty's Courts and Tribunals Service has apologized for the mistake and stated that measures have been implemented to prevent future errors. The couple expressed relief at finally receiving the money after nearly a year of waiting.