Small Claims
Is It Worth Going to Small Claims Court for $500? The Math
Is it worth going to small claims court for $500? Filing costs about $30 to $75, the winner can recover it, and…
Small Claims
How small claims court works, in plain English: filing a case, suing for money owed, serving papers, and what to expect on your court date, without a lawyer.
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Can You Have a Lawyer in Small Claims Court? Rules and Cost
Can you have a lawyer in small claims court? Most states say yes, but California, Michigan and Nebraska say no. Here are…
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How to Collect a Small Claims Judgment When They Won’t Pay
Won your small claims case but they still won't pay? Here's how to collect a small claims judgment using a debtor's exam,…
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Small Claims Court Limits by State (2026): How Much You Can Sue For
The small claims court limit by state ranges from $2,500 to $25,000 in 2026. See the maximum you can sue for in…
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Is It Worth Hiring a Lawyer for Small Claims Court?
Is it worth hiring a lawyer for small claims? Usually the fees cost more than the claim. Here's when to represent yourself,…
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How to Take Someone to Small Claims Court (and Actually Win)
How to sue someone in small claims court, step by step: sending a demand, filing the paperwork, serving the other side, and…