If plaintiff says something in court that contradicts a letter he wrote before the small claims case can he loose in appeals?

For your appeal, everything will be heard from scratch. CA Small Claims appeals are not really an appeal, rather a Trial De Novo (meaning from...

Can a California Mechanics Lien be perfected in Small Claims Court? Amount owed is less than $1,500. + costs.

A mechanic's line is filed with the County. A Judgment lien is ALSO filed with the county. The easiest way to "perfect" a mechanics lien in Small...

A member of my medical marijuana collective served a defendant with a small claims order to go to court. was the service legal

Followuing your conversation with Nicholas, he gives you good advice. Though a collective, it is not for the purpose of communing (e.g. a...

I'm confused about proof of service?

I beleive you asked this question a week or two ago. If not, I am sorry for confusing you. Yes, service on the first attempt was good. ...

What should i do? Should I take it to small claims court? or get an attorney?

In CA Small Claims, your damages are limited to $7500. IF you want to go, you can. MOST CA Small Claims actions are a he said-she said scenario. ...

You file the satisfaction of judgment with the court. To expedite things ou CAN and SHOULD file the satisfaction with the County Recorder. Yes,...

Should I take him to small claims court or to the Superior Court for damages?

As an attorney that spends a LOT if time in Small Claims court, I get this question a lot. Just because you CAN go to Small Claims, does not mean...

You CAN sue for lost time, effort, energy etc. in Small Claims, but I expect you to have a chance of winning at approximately 0.0000001%. Your...

I was involved in an accident,i was rear ended. He taking me to small claims for the damage of his car.does he have a good case?

In my experience, most lawyers do not know the nuances of Small Claims. When discussing this with other lawyers, also consult a lawyer that knows...

Can I invoke the bailment law if a buyer's mechanic damaged my boat during an inspection?

I am not licensed in FL and cannot give legal counsel. That being said, you have a better claim against the mechanic that inspected the boat. ...