Evidence — Fast Facts Copies to Bring 3 sets — judge, defendant, yourself Label Your Exhibits Numbered: Exhibit 1, Exhibit 2… Witnesses Must appear in…
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Jul 20, 2026
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Small Claims Appeals — Fast Facts Appeal Window 5 to 90 days (varies by state) Most Common Type De novo — completely new trial Where…
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Jul 7, 2026
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Being Sued in Small Claims — Fast Facts What Happens If You Ignore It Default judgment entered against you Written Answer Required? Required in some…
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Jul 1, 2026
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Suing Your Landlord — Fast Facts Most Common Claim Security deposit not returned Other Common Claims Failure to repair, illegal entry, retaliation Best Evidence Timestamped…
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Jun 16, 2026
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What to Say — Fast Facts Time You Will Have 5 – 15 minutes typically Who Goes First Plaintiff always presents first Speak To The…
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Jun 6, 2026
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Security Deposit Cases — Fast Facts Most Common Return Deadlines 14 to 45 days after move-out Penalty for Wrongful Withholding 1.5x to 3x the deposit…
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Jun 5, 2026
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Suing a Contractor — Fast Facts Most Common Claims Incomplete work, defective work, abandoned project Key Evidence Signed contract + photos + third-party estimates Verify…
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May 29, 2026
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Collecting Your Judgment — Fast Facts Does the Court Collect For You? No — you must take enforcement steps yourself Most Effective Method Wage garnishment…
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May 24, 2026
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Demand Letter — Fast Facts Required Before Filing? Legally required in some states — strongly recommended in all Deadline to Give Defendant 10–30 days to…
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May 22, 2026
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