Massachusetts Motion To The Court And Affidavit

Claim? The filing fee for small claims of $500 and under is $40. The filing fee for claims of $501 to $2000 is $50. The filing fee for claims of $2001 to $5000 is $100.

The plaintiff always presents its case first. The defense presents its case after. After the defense has presented its case, the plaintiff has one last opportunity to present additional evidence known as rebuttal evidence.

If the sheriff or constable's Return of Service says that the defendant or his/her current home address was not found after a diligent search, then you can ask the court for an order of notice, which is the court's approval to notify the defendant of the lawsuit by some other manner, such as by publication in a

In a civil trial, a judge or jury examines the evidence to decide whether, by a "preponderance of the evidence," the defendant should be held legally responsible for the damages alleged by the plaintiff.

Notice of order or judgment is a notice given after entering the order or judgment in register. According to USCS Claims Ct R 77, immediately after entering an order or judgment, the clerk must serve notice of the entry on each party who is not in default for failing to appear.

Definition of Assented to motion A motion agreed to in writing by the other party. An "unopposed" motion is simply not opposed by the other party, but not agreed to in writing.

To sue someone in Massachusetts, you have to file a complaint with the clerk of the court. A complaint is not a specific form. It is a document that contains a short statement of the facts showing your claim and why you are entitled to relief and a demand for judgment granting that relief.

Comply With the Relevant Federal, State, and Local Rules. Research Before Writing. Allege Subject Matter Jurisdiction, Personal Jurisdiction, and Venue. Draft Concise and Plain Statement of the Facts. Draft Separate Counts for Each Legal Claim. Plead Facts With Particularity Where Necessary.