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.
Absolutely; anybody can be sued. If the court orders you to make a payment which you are unable to pay, you can declare bankruptcy.
The maximum to sue for in small claims cases in Texas is $10,000, including interest. Small claims cases are generally heard by Justices of the Peace. Justices of the Peace may also hear Justice Court cases, for which the jurisdictional limit is $10,000 exclusive of interest, and other civil suits. For self-help resources in filing a Small Claims case in Texas, visit the Texas Courts Self-Help Resources Guide related link.
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.
$15,000. In NJ the "small claims" court is called the Special Civil Part of the Superior Court, Law Division. Court Rule 6:1-2(a) fixes the maximum amount that can be sued for in the Special Civil part.
No, if you are the party who is being sued the plaintiff must serve you with notice. Generally, with small claims court actions you will be notified by the court of the time and date of the hearing.
Yes, Tash, you can. Now please pay me what you owe me, or get sued. Your choice.
Yes, you can be sued in small claims court by multiple companies at the same time, as long as their claims arise from the same incident or transaction. However, each claim must be within the court's jurisdictional limits, and the rules may vary by jurisdiction. It's important to check local court rules for specific procedures regarding multiple defendants or plaintiffs.
Yes, you can potentially be sued for an accusation made in Small Claims Court if the statement is false and harmful to someone's reputation, leading to a defamation claim. However, statements made in the course of legal proceedings are often protected by legal immunity, known as "absolute privilege." This means that as long as the accusation is relevant to the case, you may be shielded from liability. Nonetheless, it's important to be truthful and accurate in all statements made in court.
Yes, you most certainly can be sued for owing $100. There is an even greater potential of being sued if the borrower can prove they lent you the money. Cash loans are hard to prove.
No, the original creditor has sold the debt and is no longer involved in the collection process.
You can only sue any outsourced provider for fraudulent activities and infringement of intellectual property. Non-payment of work by a local client can be filed through a small claims court.