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What types of small claims lawsuits can be filed? Landlord/Tenant disputes over the security deposit. Landlord/Tenant disputes over unpaid rent. Roommate disputes. Disputes over loans. Contracts (written and verbal). Auto accidents. Disputes over auto repairs.
Superior Court of Alameda County.
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.
Alameda County Superior Court This court requires requests for refunds to be electronically filed. Begin the filing process as you would with any other filing and select Request for Refund as the Document Type from the list of options in the drop-down menu.
In many cases, filing in small claims court is the fastest and easiest way for people to legally settle their disputes. The person suing is the plaintiff, and the person being sued is the defendant. A person cannot sue for more than $12,500 in most cases. A business or public entity cannot sue for more than $6,250.
Generally, you can only sue for up to $12,500 in small claims court (or up to $6,250 if you're a business). You can ask a lawyer for advice before you go to court, but you can't have one with you in court.
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Alameda County Superior Court This court requires requests for refunds to be electronically filed. Begin the filing process as you would with any other filing and select Request for Refund as the Document Type from the list of options in the drop-down menu.
Small Claims Court Overview Monetary Limits for Small Claims Court: The amount in dispute may not exceed $10,000 for a natural person. If you are filing on behalf of a business the limit of your claim may not exceed $5,000.
(a) Cover sheet required If the plaintiff indicates on the cover sheet that the case is complex under rule 3.400 et seq., or a collections case under rule 3.740, the plaintiff must serve a copy of the cover sheet with the complaint. In all other cases, the plaintiff is not required to serve the cover sheet.