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.
Collateral Orders. (a) General Rule. An appeal may be taken as of right from a collateral order of a trial court or other government unit.
Rule 121 - Conduct Of Trial Evidence a. Except as prescribed by this Rule, the Rules of Evidence shall be applied in all trials.
Yes, and it's inexpensive, you don't need a lawyer. You do need proof however.
If an attorney does not represent you, you must come to the court's First Filing office on the 10th floor of 1339 Chestnut Street. Only the parties who entered into a contract or the person who suffered a personal injury or property damage normally have the right to bring an action.
In Philadelphia, you must file your small claims court case in person (not by mail) by going to the court's first filing office on the 10th floor of 1339 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. The Philadelphia court has interviewers to assist you in filling out the paper work.