Yes, you can sue a company in small claims court for a dispute. Small claims court is a legal venue where individuals can file lawsuits against others, including companies, for relatively small amounts of money. It is designed to be a simpler and more informal process compared to traditional court proceedings.
In a small claims case that has been appealed to superior court in Los Angeles, you can exceed the $7500 maximum that typically applies to small claims court. In superior court, there is no small claims limit, so the amount in dispute can be higher than $7500.
Yes, you can sue a business in small claims court for a dispute or issue. Small claims court is a legal venue where individuals can file lawsuits against businesses or individuals for relatively small amounts of money, typically up to a certain limit set by the court. It is a simplified and informal process designed to resolve disputes quickly and without the need for expensive legal representation.
A contractual dispute with a customer would be considered a civil matter, not a criminal one. It could be a small claim depending on your state's small claims maximum, which can be found by contacting your local court.
Yes--as long as you are not suing for more than the small claims jurisdictional limit.
No. The small claims court works locally.
try the information at the telephone company or a phonebook
Yes. There is no minimum amount you can sue for in small claims court.
To sue an out-of-state company in small claims court, you typically need to file a claim in the state where the company is located or where the transaction occurred. You may need to follow specific procedures for serving the company with the lawsuit, which can vary by state. It's recommended to consult with a lawyer or legal advisor for guidance on the process.
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.
Take them to small claims court or settle it through your insurance company.
There is no court named "Small Court" so I assume you are asking about Small Claims Court. In NJ, there is no separate "Small Claims Court" - all small claims cases are heard in the Special Civil Part of the Civil Division of Superior Court in each county. To find your local information, use the related link below. Select your county and look for that county's Superior Court - Civil Division. That will be the contact information for small claims cases. The link to the court website is the court name in blue; the court website will have details about small claims cases in that county.
Maybe. Each state has different laws regarding whether or not towns can be sued in small claims court. For example, Washington State does not allow the practice, while in California, people can sue towns, cities, and even the state in small claims court. Most small claims courts give free brochures explaining the small claims process, including who can and cannot be sued in small claims. Contact your local small claims court for details.