Small claims resources
Practical resources for small claims court: what evidence holds up, suing out-of-state defendants, and which damages you can actually recover.
How to write, send, and prove a demand letter before you file.
What proof actually persuades a judge — texts, photos, receipts, and witnesses.
Where to file, what it costs, how to serve, and what the clerk needs from you.
What to say at the hearing, how to present, and what happens after the ruling.
Calculating what you're owed and collecting after you win.
Security deposits, repairs, subleases, and rental disputes.
Unfinished work, botched repairs, and unpaid freelance or service invoices.
Purchases, refunds, warranties, vehicles, and everyday consumer claims.
All articles
Showing 109–110 of 110
Small Claims Court vs. Regular Court: What's the Difference?
If you've never sued anyone before, "court" can feel like one intimidating monolith. In reality, small claims court is a very different experience…
Read article →How to Write a Demand Letter That Actually Gets Results
Before you file a small claims case, a demand letter is often the fastest and cheapest way to get paid — many disputes resolve here without ever…
Read article →