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In Pennsylvania, you can sue for up to $12,000 in small claims court. This limit covers most types of disputes between individuals, such as landlord-tenant issues, contract disputes, and property damage claims.
A Small Claims Court is used for private disputes that don't involve a lot of money. Some people who use Small Claims may be disputes between land lord and tenants, auto accidents, property damage and money owed.
Sure. You can sue anyone in small claims. The reverse, in some states is not true, companies cannot always sue a consumer in small claims, regardless of the amount.
I don't think so.
No. Criminal mischief is a crime (as far as i know its a misdemeanor, but it could be a felony somewhere). Being that it is a crime it goes to a criminal court. Small claims court is for civil disputes, typically for claims under $2,000. Only your state/county/local law enforcement can take someone to court for criminal mischief. Now say the 'criminal mischief' was something that caused damage to you or your property, then you can file a suit in small claims court for the cost of damages. You just need to be able to prove what it cost(s) to fix these losses.
The maximum amount of damage recovery for a small claims suit is $5,000. The state establishes the laws regarding monetary recovery, therefore, the maximum amount would be the same in any Florida small claims court.
Yes, but you will be required to sue the person in the small claims court in the county in which they now live. Not likely. "Foreign" defendants are frowned upon in small claims court. But if there is something connecting them to California, say property, then they could be served.
In Wisconsin, you generally have 6 years to file a claim in small claims court based on a written contract, and 3 years for claims based on oral contracts or property damage. However, it's important to consult the specific statutes or seek legal advice as the time limit can vary depending on the nature of the claim.
No. The small claims court works locally.
You will need to file a lawsuit requesting an injunctive relief. For that, it is strongly recommended that you have an attorney represent you. It will cost a lot less if you sue the person for the value of the property in small claims court. In small claims, you don't need an attorney (in fact, they are not allowed). See the below link.
No, you can,t. It is unfortunate especially if they cause damage or owe you money.The only thing you can do to recover any loses is take the tenant to small claims court.
You can file a case in small claims court if the dollar amount of the damages qualify. If the damages are higher than allowed in small claims court then you should consult with an attorney who can review the situation and explain your options. You need to have bills to prove expenses and also some proof that the damage was done maliciously.You can file a case in small claims court if the dollar amount of the damages qualify. If the damages are higher than allowed in small claims court then you should consult with an attorney who can review the situation and explain your options. You need to have bills to prove expenses and also some proof that the damage was done maliciously.You can file a case in small claims court if the dollar amount of the damages qualify. If the damages are higher than allowed in small claims court then you should consult with an attorney who can review the situation and explain your options. You need to have bills to prove expenses and also some proof that the damage was done maliciously.You can file a case in small claims court if the dollar amount of the damages qualify. If the damages are higher than allowed in small claims court then you should consult with an attorney who can review the situation and explain your options. You need to have bills to prove expenses and also some proof that the damage was done maliciously.