Everybody's Small Claims Court

ISBN 10: 0873371763 ISBN 13: 9780873371766

Synopsis

The definitive (and most up-to-date) guide for more than 20 years, this book explains in plain English how to present a winning case from start to finish. It illustrates with step-by-step instructions how to: § decide if you have a good case § write a demand letter § file and serve papers § prepare evidence and witnesses for court § argue before a judge § defend a Small Claims case § collect money after winning.§ determine how much to sue for § mediate a settlement before it goes to court § file and serve papers § prepare and present a winning case Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court gives readers down-to-earth examples and scenarios of common cases, including: § auto repair § rental deposit § auto warranty § property damage § small business disputes Completely updated, the 11th edition includes an expanded discussion of mediation, and how readers can protect their interests should settlement efforts fail. Also includes a comprehensive 50-state appendix reflecting the increased amounts of money people may sue for and all the latest legal developments that you'll need when you're preparing your case.

About this title

About the Author

Ralph "Jake" Warner retired from day-to-day management of Nolo in 2004, after 32 years as president of the company. Widely regarded as a pioneer of the self-help law movement, Warner founded Nolo in 1972. He began publishing do-it-yourself law books written by him and his colleagues after being rejected by numerous publishers. When personal computers came along, he added software to many Nolo books. When the Internet arrived, he pioneered online marketing of books. In addition to running the company, Warner is an active editor and author. He has written many books, including Get a Life: You Don’t Need a Million to Retire Well and How to Run a Thriving Business. He lives in Berkeley CA.

Edition details

• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0873371763
• ISBN 13: 9780873371766
• Binding: Unbound