A tort claim is a personal injury claim due to alleged negligence on the part of the City or a City employee or involves property damage as a result of the alleged reckless behavior of a City employee in the course of that employee's work.
Conclusion: Going to small claims court may be worth it for $500, but it will determine how you weigh your costs versus benefits. At a minimum, it is worth it to send a demand letter.
A Notice of Intention to File a Claim is an optional document that a potential claimant may serve upon the defendant to extend the time period to serve and file a claim.
The Civil Court has monetary jurisdiction up to $50,000.00, including replevin when the value of the chattel does not exceed that amount.
You can wear almost anything to small claims court . The judge does not care what you are wearing .