Small Claims Court
Small claims court offers ordinary people the chance to resolve small disputes at a low cost and without a lot of complication. Learn how to correctly file or handle a small claims action in the proper courts and get answers to some important questions you may have about small claims court.
Filing a Small Claims Action in Your State
Filing a Small Claims Action in Your State
The Basics
The Basics
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50-State Chart of Small Claims Court Dollar Limits
Find the small claims court dollar limits for any state.
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Overview of Small Claims Rules
How does small claims court work in my state?
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Know the time limits for filing a lawsuit (statutes of limitations) in your state.
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What Type of Case Can I Resolve in Small Claims Court?
Determine whether your case is eligible for small claims court by learning about the types of cases that can be filed and the maximum amount that can be awarded in your state.
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If You Get Sued in Small Claims Court
If you find yourself at the wrong end of a lawsuit in small claims court, here are your options.
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Presenting Your Testimony and Evidence in Small Claims Court
The secret to winning small claims court case is presenting your case in a clear, easy-to-understand manner. One way to impress the judge is to utilize planning and organization to ensure that your comments and evidence are in good order.
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Rules and strategies for bringing your dispute to small claims court.
Questions on Small Claims Court
Questions on Small Claims Court
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Can I Sue For Bad Dental Work in Small Claims Court?
Filing a lawsuit against your old dentist is possible, but proving that their work failed to meet the standard duty of care could be difficult.
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Can I sue my ex-boyfriend for unwritten loans?
Am I legally entitled to any housing compensation or money for the loan, even though there was no written contract for either one?