259656 863 Language & Reference Legal Guides General Legal Guides true Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:02:11 -0700 lawsuit,sue,small claims court,collecting money How To Sue in Small Claims Court http://www.howcast.com/videos/259656-How-To-Sue-in-Small-Claims-Court http://www.howcast.com/videos/259656-How-To-Sue-in-Small-Claims-Court/edit approved 0 Sandrah http://img.howcast.com/images/icons/howto-xxlarge.png 22 98314 1 0 Step Fill out the proper form Fill out the proper form. Forms vary from state by state, so inquire at your local court.

]]> 98316 2 0 Step Wait on the defendant’s response Wait on the defendant’s response. The defendant is the person you’re suing, and they may have up to 30 days to respond.

]]> 98317 3 0 Step Anticipate a response Anticipate a response. You, the plaintiff, may receive payment from the defendant and can fill out a dismissal form to end the proceedings – but if not, forge ahead.

]]> 98318 4 0 Step Prepare your case Practice what you’ll say. Clearly and concisely, state what the problem is and how much you are requesting, including any court costs.

]]> 98319 5 0 Step Practice what you'll say Practice what you’ll say. Clearly and concisely, state what the problem is and how much you are requesting, including any court costs.

]]> 98320 6 0 Step Brush up on court etiquette Brush up on court etiquette. Remember to address the judge as “your honor,” dress appropriately, and stand when you present your case – and don’t address the defendant directly.

]]> 98322 8 0 Step Be confident Be confident. You can now present your case in the best way possible.

]]> 98347 10 0 Tip In small claims court, you’re only awarded money. So if you need help with other matters, ask the clerk to point you to the right court.

]]> 98348 11 0 Step Be tenacious Be tenacious. If the defendant doesn’t pay within the allotted time period, you may need a lawyer’s assistance – the court will not actually collect any money owed you.

]]> 98349 12 0 Fact Did you know? In 2002, New Yorker Caesar Barber filed a lawsuit against several fast food restaurants, blaming them for causing his obesity. The lawsuit never made it to court.

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