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Can you file a small claims suit online, and if so, what are the steps involved in doing so?
Yes, you can file a small claims suit online in many jurisdictions. The steps typically involve filling out an online form with details about your case, paying a filing fee, and submitting any necessary documentation. After filing, you may need to attend a hearing where a judge will review the case and make a decision.
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Do juries decide small claims?
In small claims court cases, juries are typically not involved. Instead, small claims are heard and decided by a judge. This is meant to simplify and expedite the legal process for the resolution of minor disputes.
If you rent a car for someone can you sue them if they don't reimburse you?
You might be able to sue in small claims court if you can establish to the judge's satisfaction that there was a verbal contract involved. Check the laws in your area concerning small claims civil court.
How do you sue under small claims in Washington?
Visit your county's district court and fill out the small claims paperwork. Washington Courts have published a handy pamphlet on the small claims process which is available online (courts.wa.gov) or at any district court in the state. For more info, contact your county's district court.
Are small claims court judgments public information?
Yes, small claims court judgments are generally considered public information. This means that details of the judgment, such as the involved parties, the amount awarded, and the outcome of the case, can typically be accessed by the public through court records.
How much money is involved in small claims court in Colorado?
In Colorado, the maximum amount you can sue for in small claims court is $7,500. Small claims court is a division of County Court. If your claim is between $7,500 and $15,000, the case would likely still be filed in County Court, but not in the small claims division. If your claim is above $15,000, then the claim probably belongs in District Court. Small claims cases cannot be filed in Municipal Court. In Colorado, each county has at least one County and District Court location. Probably a trip to your local county courthouse (NOT municipal court) will help you decide how to file your case. For more information on small claims cases, you can consult the Colorado Small Claims Guide related link, as well as the Colorado Small Claims Local Rules related link, which contain county-specific information on filing a small claims case. For other Colorado self-help legal resources, visit the Colorado Courts Self-Help Guide.
Can you find out if someone has been sued in small claims court?
You can typically search for small claims court cases online through the local court's website or by visiting the courthouse in person. You will need the person's name or case number to look up the information. Remember that small claims court cases are public record, so the information should be accessible.
Can you file a case against business that sold you counterfeit handbags and jewelry and jeans?
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I was involved in an accident in my county where I reside the person was from another county whose county do you file a small claims lawsuit in This is for Georgia?
The county where the accident occurred.
Can a town be sued in small claims court?
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.
What is the dollar limit in small claims court in Fl?
In Colorado state, the maximum amount you can sue for in small claims court is $7,500. To have the court award more than that, you would need to file the case outside small claims court. Small claims court is usually a division of County Court. Civil cases for more than $7,500 can be filed in regular County Court or in District Court. For more information on filing a small claims case in Colorado, view the Colorado Small Claims Court Information related link. To locate the County Court nearest you, visit the Colorado Courts Guide related link, which will provide a directory of Colorado state courts, as well as online court resources.
Can you sue in small claims court in another state?
No. The small claims court works locally.
What is the maximum recovery amount in small claims court in California?
In California, the maximum recovery amount in a small claims case depends on who is doing the suing and how many other cases the person suing has filed in small claims court. An individual suing another individual or a corporation can sue for $7,500 or less. A corporation suing an individual or another corporation can only sue for $5,000. An individual or corporation can file an unlimited number of claims for up to $2,500 each, but can only file two claims in a calendar year that ask for more than $2,500. For more information on small claims cases in California, see the related link.
