Are declarations of witnesses accepted in CA Small Claims court? Thank you.

Yes. Judicial Council Form MC-030 and/or MC-031 are used. The declarations are admissable, however, the weight or value that the judge assigns to...

In CA Small Claims Court, if I file my claim by fax, how do I get a conformed copy? Thank you.

On the Fax-File form, request that a copy be mailed back to you or faxed back to you. There will be an additional fee for this and will be added...

How is a Counter-claim filed in small claims court in Long Beach court? Thank you.

SC-120 is all you need. Include ALL of your causes of action in one suit. You do not need to go into a lot of explanation on the form as to why...

The purpose of Small Claims Court is the fast, swift administration of justice. That being said, there are no REAL format requirements. An...

Can i be exempt from claims arising from my clients behaviour if they were to damage a persons health or personal property?

I am actually licensed to practice in both California and England and Wales. I will tell you that this question is very convoluted. Where is what...

If landlord doesn't counter sue in small claims court what are the advantages?

I have answered this elsewhere. You have the choice to bring a defendant's claim now or wait. True there are trade-offs, however, if you have...

Can I settle my issue in small claims court?

In theory, Small Claims Judge CAN give what is called Declaratory Relief as well as Equitable Relief; however, it is rare to find as a judgment of...

How much time do I have to answer a complaint in CA small claims court?

CA Small Claims Court is designed to be as simple as possible and to not allow attorneys to particpate directly in the hearing. That being said,...

Who Legally Do I Sue?

Cahnces are decent it is the City of No. Hollywood or City of LA. Go to the Small Claims Legal Advisor in the Stanly Mosk Courthouse in downtown...

As others have said, Small Claims. However, sue everyone involved. Let the judge decide who is truly responsible. It is not your fault the car...