Suing In North Carolina Small Claims Court

If you are interested in representing yourself or your business in Small Claims Court in North Carolina in order to collect your debts or settle disputes, ON YOUR OWN - NORTH CAROLINA SMALL CLAIMS COURT is the book for you! Employing an attorney to represent you or your business may or may not make economic sense. The debt you are seeking to recover may be less than the fee charged by an attorney. While it may be economically desirable for an attorney to represent you or your business in Small Claims Court in some situations, you may find it more advantageous to represent yourself or your business ON YOUR OWN. An individual or business with a small claim may wish to pursue the indebtedness without an attorney, but may not possess sufficient knowledge about the way the court operates to feel competent to do so. If the debt is too small to justify employing an attorney or if the case never gets to court because the plaintiff does not have an adequate amount of knowledge of his or her interests, the debt goes unpaid. The plaintiff loses either way, because the debt is still not paid. By reading and studying this book, you will gain knowledge to assist you in maintaining more control over your bottom line. Larger net profits are important for any business enterprise. The materials contained on the pages of this book will show you how to better manage your company's small claim debt collection efforts by effectively using the Small Claims Court. You should be able to significantly increase your odds of collecting your judgment in Small Claims Court -- a court specifically designed by state law for the litigant with multiple small claims. ON YOUR OWN - NORTH CAROLINA SMALL CLAIMS COURT is a book that offers basic guidance to the individual who has never been to Small Claims Court, yet provides material that should be of assistance to the individual who has represented himself or his business on a regular basis. I cannot overemphasize methodical study and understanding of the law. If this book is read with care and understood, it will be helpful to you in the collection of small claims and the settlement of disputes. Mary Anne Nixon Attorney at Law

Proper presentation of a small claims court case can make the difference between receiving a check and writing one. This bestselling guide shows readers how to: -- decide the legitimacy of a case-- determine how much to sue for-- find out whether it's possible to collect-- settle a case before it goes to court-- file and serve papers-- and more This completely updated edition covers small claims court procedures in all 50 states, as well as in Canada.

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The definitive (and most up-to-date) guide for more than 20 years, this book explains in plain English how to present a winning case from start to finish. It illustrates with step-by-step instructions how to: § decide if you have a good case § write a demand letter § file and serve papers § prepare evidence and witnesses for court § argue before a judge § defend a Small Claims case § collect money after winning.§ determine how much to sue for § 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 readers down-to-earth examples and scenarios of common cases, including: § auto repair § rental deposit § auto warranty § property damage § small business disputes Completely updated, the 11th 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 the increased amounts of money people may sue for and all the latest legal developments that you'll need when you're preparing your case.

Someone owes you money. Your property has been damaged. Your landlord will not return your security deposit. You paid for a service that you did not receive. A manufacturer refuses to honor its warranty. You were paid with a rubber check. But the thought of a lawsuit and hiring an attorney is intimidating. If the damages you seek are under $7500, small claims court, with its more relaxed rules and accessibility, may be your answer. People just like you win everyday in small claims court! Winning Big in Colorado Small Claims Court will give you the knowledge and confidence to file, prepare, and present your own case.

This guide prepares the consumer to sue in small claims court. The book explains the process for both plaintiff and defendant and discusses alternatives to bringing a court suit. Lists specific requirements for small claims actions nationwide and the 15 most-often needed forms. Includes valuable tips on representing yourself in court and how to collect what is owed you.

North Carolina Procedures Notices - Non-Payment of Rent Notices - Breaking of Lease Notices - End of Tenancy Affidavit of Military Service Small Claims Recording of Judgment Bank Levy Levy on Personal Property Subpoena to Produce Documents Rule to Show Cause Contempt of Court Judgment Satisfied North Carolina forms and procedures