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Small claims court is a court that handles cases between two parties as long as the monetary value of the case is under a certain amount. The judge determines the outcome of the case based on the evidence and testimony provided by each side.
Cases
A case can involve just about any kind of dispute between two parties. Cases most commonly involve one party owing money to another party. The funds could be unpaid rent, deposits not returned, unpaid loans or any other monetary transaction. Property can also be sued.
Plaintiff
The plaintiff is the party filing the lawsuit. They are responsible for bringing all pertinent proof of any money owed or damages sustained by the other party.
Defendant
The defendant is the party being sued. They are also responsible for bringing any proof that they did repay a loan or otherwise don't owe the plaintiff money.
Decision
The small claims court judge decides the cases based on the evidence and testimony that the two parties present. The judge abides by the laws in the jurisdiction when making his or her decision.
Cost
Prices may vary from one jurisdiction to another, but all small claims courts have fees for filing a claim. Often the fees vary depending on the amount that is being sued for.
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