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The rule that a originating summons is the proper mode of commencing an action where the principal question is the construction of a deed or of any instrument, or some other question of law, or in which there is unlikely to be any serious and substantial dispute as to the relevant facts

When an originating summons will not be the appropriate mode of commencing an action

When to employ an originating summons in commencing an action

Whether an originating summons can be employed where the claim is essentially to recover money with interest

Whether it is proper to initiate proceedings by originating summons where facts are in dispute

Whether originating summons are appropriate where the facts of a case are not in dispute and the plaintiff is asking for a declaratory judgment

Whether the procedure of originating summons permits a full trial by way of examination, cross-examination, etc of witnesses on oath

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