Small Claims Court & Lawsuits

Legal forms and books designed to help you win your lawsuit, represent yourself, go to small claims court, and more.

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  Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court

  Go to court armed with the tools and information you need to present and win your small claims case.

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  Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court in California

  Represent yourself in California small claims court with the most comprehensive handbook available.

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  Nolo's Tenant Law Bundle

  Learn your rights as a renter, deal with problem landlords, and solve your everyday legal issues with these three Nolo bestsellers.

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  Legal Research

  A complete, plain-English guide to the basic tools of legal research, online and off.

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  Settle Your Small Claims Dispute Without Going to Court

  An eGuide of sample letters and instructions to help you successfully settle small disputes.

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  Settling Legal Disputes

  Write releases to settle a dispute or court case, get warranty coverage, draft a demand letter and more with this comprehensive eGuide.

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  The Judge Who Hated Red Nail Polish & Other Crazy but True Stories of Law & Lawyers

  Short, funny, and fascinating vignettes about lawyers, courts, criminals, and the law.

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  Represent Yourself in Court

  Be your own lawyer safely and efficiently with this easy-to-use guide to the courtroom!

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  Win Your Lawsuit

  Win your lawsuit when your case is too big for California Small Claims Court, but too small for a lawyer.

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  Nolo's Guide to California Law

  Concise, understandable explanations of the Golden State’s rules, on everything from employee, tenant, and civil rights to traffic laws and consumer rights.

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  Nolo's Plain-English Law Dictionary

  This is not your grandfather's law dictionary! Get clear, complete definitions of the legal terms you need today in this A to Z guide.

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  Nolo's Encyclopedia of Everyday Law

  Read the laws that affect your life in plain English -- everything from cars, credit, and kids to taxes, trademarks, and trusts.

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  Mediate, Don't Litigate

  Skip the painful process of litigation -- turn to mediation and save money, time and headaches!

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  Contracts

  Contracts and contract law -- from amendments to waivers -- thoroughly explained in one plain-English desk reference, written with the non-lawyer in mind.

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  Becoming a Mediator

  Mediation is a becoming a popular way to resolve legal disputes -- and the need for qualified mediators is growing. Find out if a career in mediation is right for you.

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  Nolo's Deposition Handbook

  Conduct a deposition or arm yourself when you're being deposed with the plain-English information in this complete guide.

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  The Employer's Legal Handbook

  Wage laws, employee benefits, and everything else employers need to know, all in one complete guide.

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  California Mechanics' Lien Kit for General Contractors

  Get paid for work you've performed on a California property when the owners refuse to pay up.

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  California Mechanics' Lien Kit for Homeowners

  Prevent contractors from filing mechanics' liens against your California property using this complete kit.

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  California Mechanics' Lien Kit for Materials Suppliers

  Get paid for the supplies you've provided for a California real estate project when the owners refuse to pay up.

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  California Mechanics' Lien Kit for Subcontractors

  Get paid for subcontracting work you've performed on a California property when the owners refuse to pay up.

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  101 Law Forms for Personal Use

  Legal forms for your everyday legal issues -- hiring help, borrowing money, selling a vehicle, and much more.

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  The Lawsuit Survival Guide

  Involved in a lawsuit (or are about to be)? Download this step-by-step guide through the entire process.

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  California Workers' Comp

  Handle your California workers' comp claim -- understand the system and exercise your rights.

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  Breach of Contract Notice

  Take action when a contract is breached and notify the other party of its continuing obligations with this formal notice.

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  Demand Letter

  This easy-to-use letter is the first step in the formal process of resolving disputes over property or money.

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  General Mutual Release

  If you're in a dispute in which both sides claim the other's at fault, use this form to release each other from future claims.

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  Demand to Make Good on Bad Check

  If you were stuck with a bad check, use this form to demand payment.

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  Accident Claim Worksheet

  This worksheet will help you keep track of the all-important details of your accident.

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  Telemarketing Phone Call Log

  Keep track of unwanted calls from telemarketers to use when you sue.

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  Letter Firing Your Attorney

  Exercise your right to fire an attorney -- without worrying about additional legal troubles.

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  California General Declaration

  Get a declaration in writing as part of your California court case.