Small Claims Court

Covers how small claims court works, including eligibility, filing a claim, serving the other party, presenting evidence, and collecting a judgment. Also addresses common disputes like unpaid debts, property damage, security deposits, and breach of simple contracts, plus limits, fees, deadlines, and appeals.

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How to Sue a Landlord in Small Claims Court — Without Hiring a Lawyer

How to Sue a Landlord in Small Claims Court — Without Hiring a Lawyer

You can sue your landlord in small claims court without a lawyer, usually for disputes up to your state’s small-claims limit (often $5,000–$10,000). Small claims is designed for faster, lower-cost cases like unpaid security deposits, illegal fees, or repairs your landlord failed to make. This article explains eligibility and deadlines, what evidence to gather, how […]
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