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  • Опубліковано 5 жов 2016
  • Learn the basics of navigating small claims court. Learn whether small claims court makes sense for you and how to respond to a small claims complaint. This video will help you think about assessing your case, filing your case including serving the other side if you're the plaintiff, preparing for hearing, paying out on or collecting your judgment including payment plans. And considering other alternatives like mediation and arbitration. So whether it's a security deposit dispute, unpaid invoice or breach of contract, we hope this is helpful.

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  • @Iamvictor78
    @Iamvictor78 4 роки тому +101

    I went to a small claims court and won against an attorney. You will experience a lot and I mean a LOT of intimidation from the attorney but never back down. All you need is courage

    • @Iamvictor78
      @Iamvictor78 4 роки тому +14

      @TheMrMarple it was a collision case. And my advice to you is Just be prepared be confident in yourself and bring some that will motivate you because it's very important for example when I went for my court case which was an accident case, we were brought into a room to try and settle the matter rather than taking the case to court, the damage the defendant made to my car is worth more than 3000 but when we were in the room trying to resolve the case, the attorney offered me 800 instead of a reasonable amount that would fix my car half way at least. With that been said, she told me to my face that it's better I accept the 800 and leave bcs I'm not experienced and there's no how I'd win the case and also considering I'm not from American and my English isn't that good, I stand no chance. I got so intimidated that I wanted to talk away with the 800 so bad but I had my dad who motivated me and pushed to reject the 800 offered and argue it out in court and finally I gained the courage to go ahead with the case and I finally came out with all smile on my face. I sued the defendant for 5000, won 4500 and fixed my car with 3200 and few cents........just believe in yourself, take someone who will motivate you, dress nice and get all your evidence ready and you'll be good.....goodluck

    • @sl4983
      @sl4983 4 роки тому +3

      @@Iamvictor78 That's amazing, congratulations!!!

    • @callalillies2675
      @callalillies2675 3 роки тому +4

      @@Iamvictor78 Congratulations so proud that you were diligent and persevered! You deserved the big win!

    • @niceday8086
      @niceday8086 Рік тому +2

      Wow. One company says they will sue me unless I sign their confidentiality agreement. I don't want to sign it but then they will sue me. I am so scared. I hope I can have some courage like you did.

    • @tankgirlsc
      @tankgirlsc Рік тому +2

      Thank you for your advice

  • @kibundle
    @kibundle 2 роки тому +25

    I have my first small claims case soon against contractors who ripped me off, then threatened and tried to intimidate me. I didn't know they had serious criminal backgrounds when I hired them. The average person doesn't have access to extensive court records online, and I was given false names, so no red flags popped up before I hired them. I have contracts, texts and pictures, including the local inspector's detailed report, to prove everything, AND the cooperation of the terrific contractor who fixed the mess and didn't overcharge me. I have a diagnosed severe anxiety disorder and hate speaking in public. The amount owed me is not enough to merit hiring a lawyer, so I have to do this myself. To anyone out there ripped off during Covid, if I can do this, you can too.

    • @khronin
      @khronin 2 роки тому

      Use courtlink--it will send them a summons and I am doing it now with a car dealer.BTW a lawyer told me that if you are right--in which he would say most plaintiffs with documemts and receipts--(proof) are--90% the defendants settle before court and pay once they get summons.Just have photos and receipts,The cases that wind up in court also usually heavily favor the plaintiff unless it is a fake claim--or a claim meant to intimidate or embarass--lawyer said you go simply to get money you are legit owed and you will most likely win.

    • @ariel1119
      @ariel1119 Рік тому

      I have the similar case as you. Mine is the sunroom not build properly, water and insects all came in. CSLB n insurance bond looks like protecting their own contractor customers. I'm wondering how long time did you take the entire small claim process? How was your case finally? Thanks

    • @peterhuang1431
      @peterhuang1431 Рік тому

      is there an update on the outcome? i've got social anxiety too and love to learn more from your tips

  • @LifestyleDJ
    @LifestyleDJ 4 роки тому +34

    I live in Tennessee, and just realized how lucky I am to be able to sue up to $25,000. My home contractors ruined my house and I am taking them to small claims to (hopefully) get $24,999. I go in two days. Wish me luck!

    • @jonnydasht622
      @jonnydasht622 4 роки тому +1

      keep us posted lol

    • @Xtina4444
      @Xtina4444 4 роки тому +2

      Update? Suing for the same reason except they scammed us

    • @LifestyleDJ
      @LifestyleDJ 4 роки тому +6

      @@Xtina4444 Corona stopped me from going to Court. Will try and keep you updated.

    • @daaznriceballs
      @daaznriceballs 4 роки тому

      pretty sure small claims court are only for claims of $10,000 or less.

    • @sl4983
      @sl4983 4 роки тому

      .

  • @BrownStain_Silver
    @BrownStain_Silver 3 дні тому

    I will be addressing willful negligence and the unauthorized use of used damaged components in repairing the braking system on my vehicle with the business owner who didn't directly oversee the repair. This was very helpful information, but I hope I won't need it!

  • @brownsugardavid8142
    @brownsugardavid8142 5 років тому +13

    I have my first small claims court tomorrow and this really helped, I'm hopefully on my way to victory. I have a lot of evidence and hopefully I am ready to execute it perfectly.

    • @hass5234
      @hass5234 5 років тому +6

      brownsugardavid how did it go?

    • @ekhanie
      @ekhanie 4 роки тому +1

      How did it go?

    • @Mistygio
      @Mistygio 4 роки тому +5

      Aniekan Ekpo he died passing out in court

    • @sotarnue
      @sotarnue 3 роки тому

      @@Mistygio LMFAOOOOOOO

  • @wordjunkys
    @wordjunkys 2 роки тому +1

    Marvelous information!! Imdeed-your vid is very helpful! Thanks for taking the time to create and upload your video. 😀

  • @bjd222000
    @bjd222000 Рік тому +2

    Thank you. clear and articulate.

  • @ekhanie
    @ekhanie 4 роки тому +5

    Very helpful and informative

  • @gadamwoll
    @gadamwoll 4 роки тому +5

    Good thing they do court by video amd phone now.

  • @christopherdunn317
    @christopherdunn317 5 років тому +6

    Remember lair liar movie when Jim says even if i got the judgement you probably stiff me anyway is pretty much it.So even if you win you have to chase after the money and also need a sheriff to do it when you can.So DON'T LEND MONEY TO ANYONE !

  • @afrancisco2077
    @afrancisco2077 3 роки тому +1

    Good pm I'm watching from philippines God bless

  • @amien6738
    @amien6738 5 років тому +3

    A coach took my 12 year olds Pandora bracelet and claims he lost it. Can I take him to court ?

  • @talycorral1867
    @talycorral1867 3 роки тому +1

    My landlord put a restraining order to get me evicted without an eviction process. Paying hotel ect will it still be valid while she put a tro?

  • @pamelar9949
    @pamelar9949 12 днів тому

    I am the defendant and I hope that the judge decides in my favor. Are there any special tips for me/defendants who have to attend via Zoom? I live outside Chicago and the case originates in Boston.

  • @angelicaguzman4111
    @angelicaguzman4111 3 роки тому +1

    Can I deduct a settlement payment on my taxes?

  • @0cean.Sun.
    @0cean.Sun. 3 роки тому +1

    I need to hire this guy. I wish I was in California. He talks & looks like George Clooney, he even wiggles his eyes like him.

  • @elizmaybgriffintwo2772
    @elizmaybgriffintwo2772 3 роки тому +1

    What kinda Attorney takes cases against UPS. Or do I take them to small claims court in Contra Costa County, Ca. 3 years ago a UPS driver started retaliating against me for reporting him for false delivery attempts.
    He now falsify tracking logistics changing it to I requested my packages be held for pick up at UPS. Packages are returned to the seller after a week of sitting at UPS. I have a paper trail of emails to Customer service. They haven't did anything to fix my problem. It's more but too much to write.

  • @Ahollywoodjoevideodiaryseries
    @Ahollywoodjoevideodiaryseries 4 роки тому +1

    I am in LA and it deals with a mediation. In my opinion I feel the party breached the mediation and confidentiality. It was signed per myself and another individual. The corporation is claiming I breached it and fined me for it home owners association. The fine I believe is not valid no due process, but the issue I have is why are they not using the court system or remediation? It really feels like attempted extortion with the fine?

  • @fishb14
    @fishb14 5 років тому +3

    Thank you this video is very helpful

  • @gengpan
    @gengpan 5 років тому +6

    what happens if I dont know the address of defendant to fill in the form?

    • @codsilver2010
      @codsilver2010 4 роки тому +1

      You got the a answer for that question? I am also on that place.

    • @thelasvegasmermaid7405
      @thelasvegasmermaid7405 4 роки тому +3

      Search public records. I’m sure they’ve gotten a ticket before that’s public information that will list their address on it

    • @sl4983
      @sl4983 4 роки тому

      Franchise tax board

  • @gadamwoll
    @gadamwoll 4 роки тому +1

    What are the website links you mention, see not understand them.

  • @cookinwithbree4971
    @cookinwithbree4971 4 роки тому +4

    Hey I live in Mi and loaned a friend a few hundred dollars and I have text messages to prove it how can I take him to small clams court

  • @Joy_braid
    @Joy_braid 2 місяці тому

    I find your videos very informative. I live in Wilmington DE, but I flew out of New York with Royal Air Marco internationally in January and February they lost my bags both ways and only give me one bag. I filled a claim But they are telling me they can only give me $700 dollars for all my stuff they lost. I feel I have a strong case but I have never done anything like this before Please help

  • @LizaLiza-jk4zh
    @LizaLiza-jk4zh Рік тому

    Can I sue in both small claims and justice court for different causes of actions ie negligence in small claims, fraud in justice?

  • @justheat8180
    @justheat8180 Рік тому

    What happens when the defendant requested to go to a small claims court jury trial and it falls on a holiday, yesterday, Thanksgiving?

  • @kristiebatista6593
    @kristiebatista6593 2 роки тому

    I have a question, I want to file against my phone carrier, and insurance coverage. but its with customer service and the insurance company. I have paper work. this is alll due to failure to give me a replacement phone when I pay for insurance Its for my iPhone replacement, so I currently have a android right now and still have not been given my phone because they just dont want me to get my replacement it gets me sick because its cruel and sick.

  • @icarus0823
    @icarus0823 Рік тому

    Can the "writ of execution" be served without going to small claims?

  • @anaelizabethbarbey647
    @anaelizabethbarbey647 5 років тому +1

    Can I use video ??

  • @laragreene8328
    @laragreene8328 4 роки тому

    He looks like Jim Carrey...... Seems like great advice!! Covered alot of info!!

  • @dwaynemelton7441
    @dwaynemelton7441 3 роки тому

    If someone makes an email change for documents, and email is wrong will they get the court date by mail if it was efiled? 🤔 I just wonder if I wonder if I won my case if defendant email is wrong

  • @kumtakinte2
    @kumtakinte2 3 роки тому

    I have small case now in 2021. Is about 3,000 Whit PayPal SynchronyBank. I am in SSI and I not have this money. What you suggest? Thanks

  • @flasgordon1937
    @flasgordon1937 3 роки тому

    I wonder if I can bring a case against unemployment in Nevada to small claims court

  • @kellyfortini8272
    @kellyfortini8272 Рік тому

    I’m being suede in small claims for $350 re: a poor cosmetic result they gave me. I have already paid them 1,400 the 350 was the remaining because I went elsewhere to fix it best as possible I stopped the last payment of 350

  • @creamrich
    @creamrich 3 роки тому

    Your website isn't up. Is arbiclaims still in operation?

  • @Cheaterhalo
    @Cheaterhalo 4 роки тому +1

    What if the papers come postage due? Do I have to pick it up?

  • @HonorablesirGolfer
    @HonorablesirGolfer 4 місяці тому

    I had to agree to the penalty for threatening police since wouldn’t get the bad guys who broke my jaw of losing gun rights for a year before they were saying they would get the bad guys but still haven’t called so my aggravation is that they lied

  • @stacyA65
    @stacyA65 Рік тому

    It cost me $300 to serve a case in Oklahoma. Yes I got a court date in a month our limit is ten thousand.

  • @johnbeall940
    @johnbeall940 5 років тому +4

    Is it possible to win some but not all of the financial damages you are seeking in small claims court? For example: I'm seeking $3600. $1000 of that will be easy to prove liability & damages. The rest of the $3600, won't be so easy. Might a judge award me the $1000, but not the full $3600? Does going after the full $3600 hurt my chances of an overall successful outcome?

    • @sl4983
      @sl4983 4 роки тому

      How did it go I'm thinking the judge would adjust it.

  • @AntiMasonic93
    @AntiMasonic93 5 років тому +3

    I went to small claims court and the judge told me I will receive a decision in the mail as oppose to telling me and the other party what his verdict was. Usually small claims judges will tell you what the decision after the close of the case. This is what happens on t.v.

  • @johnbouzy84
    @johnbouzy84 6 років тому

    How do I get access to courtlink or recourse?

  • @KevinP32270
    @KevinP32270 8 місяців тому

    THANKS!

  • @travis8229
    @travis8229 Рік тому

    A roomie stole a 2.5k road bike from me and sold it behind my back. When I found out the hassle and cost to file a claim against someone who I knew would not be able to pay me back, because he was a drug addict at the time, hooked on heroin, I said to myself, small claims court blows! I should've insured the bicycle could've just got my refund but most don't insure things like bikes.

  • @sj8648
    @sj8648 Рік тому

    Steven King!!!🎉🎉🎉

  • @26karatgold
    @26karatgold 6 років тому +1

    Hi, A question , I was called for a Hearing for a lawsuit against me buy my bank for a credit card payment . I was outta of the states and couldnt make it , what happens next?

    • @brandonbrooks5759
      @brandonbrooks5759 6 років тому +1

      they probably won by default because you had a no show

    • @TRIA99
      @TRIA99 6 років тому

      You can go to the Court and prove you were out of country or state and ask for another date.

    • @TRIA99
      @TRIA99 6 років тому

      They are suppose to send it certified, who signed for the papers?

    • @johnalexander8536
      @johnalexander8536 5 років тому

      You should've left a contact number, should've contacted the bank to try and settle, because now they'll seek payment and trust me your name will pop up anywhere else you try opening an account. Get it they won by default.

    • @sl4983
      @sl4983 4 роки тому

      .

  • @laughtertherapy4570
    @laughtertherapy4570 4 роки тому

    I need your help. My landlord has not given our security deposit back even after leaving the house and giving him keys and address. It’s been 30 days already and he is not replying to any messages or phone calls. He has not given money of my 3 roommates. As we are students , we cannot afford to hire attorney. Would you please help me with it ???

    • @leaveittodiah3393
      @leaveittodiah3393 Рік тому +1

      Check your state's statue of timeframe to file suit, some states are up to 4 years. Call the justice of the peace in the county where you rented, they can walk you through their website to file a small claims case, or you can go in person and they will had you the forms to file

  • @EMChantalG
    @EMChantalG 2 роки тому

    Thanks

  • @seau2007
    @seau2007 6 років тому +1

    In California mediation can be performed by State or District Attorney.

  • @nataliamontero935
    @nataliamontero935 2 роки тому +1

    My ex boyfriend filed a small claims against me for the money he spent on me. It was dated and gifts, he also added some clothing items I never took probably to add more to his case. I am freaking out because I have never been involved in any of this stuff.

    • @BeyondCapoStatus
      @BeyondCapoStatus 2 роки тому

      So how did it go?

    • @Knowledgeseeking805
      @Knowledgeseeking805 Рік тому

      You go to court yet?

    • @farcyde2948
      @farcyde2948 Рік тому

      She was fine. Any judge would dismiss it on the grounds of frivolous fruityness afoot.

    • @nataliamontero935
      @nataliamontero935 Рік тому +1

      Update, case was dismissed and I was able to counter sue for money I wasted responding to his claim.

    • @nataliamontero935
      @nataliamontero935 Рік тому +1

      I brought a mountain of evidence, witnesses, he didn’t even show up

  • @reginageorge3688
    @reginageorge3688 4 роки тому +2

    Going to small claims for 350.00 ?

  • @Linward
    @Linward Рік тому

    I've experienced a financial loss and unsolvable disagreement with the USPS. I filed a claim at the county magistrate's office. I quickly received a letter from the USPS telling me that they "Enjoy Sovereign Immunity " and cannot litigate them at the state level. Google research seems to confirm the same thing. About a month later I received a letter from the court advising both parties to meet next month. I'm so intimidated, and it may be true that this court judge has no jurisdiction over the USPS after all. It feels like David against Goliath. I think I have enough written proof to show culpability and that I'm right, but I also understand how the world works.... sometimes things just aren't fair. I'm hoping at least for some mediation.

    • @farcyde2948
      @farcyde2948 Рік тому

      He lost the case probly cuz everyone loses damage claims against USPS. That is their *specific immunity type* is *small claims and damages incurred to mail* that was entrusted to them.

    • @Linward
      @Linward Рік тому

      @@farcyde2948 My case is still on the docket for Monday. Their lawyer started calling and leaving emails as of yesterday. They tried to convince me to drop the case and promised to look into my claim again. I told them they waited too long, we're not canceling anything, if if the magistrate judge can't settle our disagreement then we'd do at the federal level.

    • @farcyde2948
      @farcyde2948 Рік тому

      You said they offered to... "Look into" your claim once more? So pretty much do nothing and stall for time that's what they're offering you? What an incredible insult.

    • @Linward
      @Linward Рік тому

      @@farcyde2948 I think they want me to either not show up for court by intimidating me... and since that didn't work, they want me to drop the claim by dangling a fake carrot.

    • @Linward
      @Linward Рік тому

      @@farcyde2948 Turns out that your right. At the last minute their lawyer contacted the magistrate judge to have the case dismissed over jurisdiction. I'm still showing up though. And I'll ask then how to I take it to the correct (federal level?). Hopefully it won't cost that much and I can represent myself. It's really not that much that I lost, but the principle of the matter eats me up.

  • @moyurbird7829
    @moyurbird7829 4 роки тому

    I was misinformed by a colleague when wanting to pay court fees now court struct out & wanting me to pay defendant without trial and will only ourt another fee only to see if judge will reinstate then original fee will apply thus casecnay restart even then corrupt conniving defendant might win. There is no justice in court of justice

  • @gracemora8393
    @gracemora8393 3 роки тому

    Can you help me sue my landlord

  • @TRIA99
    @TRIA99 6 років тому

    I have made a youtube about corrupt judges and my mom's small claims,

  • @waparedess
    @waparedess 5 років тому +2

    What happen is the Judge is Racist? And you (black or hispanic) are in small claim court vs a white Plaintiff and right away you notice that the Judge put all the attention to the white Plaintiff and when is the Black or Hispanic turn to talk he ignored you no matter how you want to explain the situation you know are ignored and of course at the end you lose, what happen in cases like this one when the Black or Hispanic defendant show up without a Lawyer and you felt the Judge sympathy for the white Plaintiff?
    What can we do in cases like this???

    • @Bibirallie
      @Bibirallie 4 роки тому

      Walter Paredes great question.

    • @tarnowek1
      @tarnowek1 4 роки тому +1

      what happens if the Judge is black racist and they are and you are White ?

    • @waparedess
      @waparedess 4 роки тому

      @@tarnowek1 1 and 1Million almost the time is the other way

    • @tarnowek1
      @tarnowek1 4 роки тому +1

      @@waparedess Not true people are people no matter what the color.. There are blacks , Hispanic etc in all positions..wasn't there a president of Usa that was black? mind you I ve seen a lot of black people speaking against him too , but the fact remains there is now equality at least in developed countries . look how many Judges are actually black as well a politicians. actors, musicians sportsman etc ..so please stop playing the "race card" as a excuse .

    • @waparedess
      @waparedess 4 роки тому

      @@tarnowek1 I went to small claim the other day and the Judge was black, Plaintiff was white and me the defendant hispanic, let me told you every time that was my turn to speak the Judge doesn't even bother to look at me and of course all the attention was for the white Plaintiff, that was my bad luck that day that I ending paying $500.00 for a ceiling fan that was already broken

  • @marlenerodriguez9348
    @marlenerodriguez9348 Рік тому

    NO BODY HAS GIVING ME ANY ADVICE HERE.. WHY DO YOU TELL VIEWERS TO MAKE A STATEMENT AND TO SUBSCRIBE . YOU HAVENT HELP ME.. .😡

  • @sassybutcute3
    @sassybutcute3 5 років тому

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  • @sassybutcute3
    @sassybutcute3 5 років тому

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  • @sassybutcute3
    @sassybutcute3 5 років тому

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