Go after the money that's owed you -- represent yourself in small claims court and win! Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court gives you the step-by-step instructions and plain-English legal information you need to bring or defend a case with maximum success. From preparing evidence and witnesses to making a presentation in court, you'll learn how to: decide if you have a good case determine how much to sue for write your demand letter 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 you down-to-earth examples of common cases, including: auto repair rental deposit auto warranty property damage small business disputes C ompletely updated, the 10th 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 all the latest legal developments that you'll need when you're preparing your case.

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