Small Claims Court: DIY Justice, Representing Yourself Effectively - Law & Caution Podcast
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 ก.ค. 2024
- Ever wondered how to seek fair compensation for financial disputes without the hassle of hiring a lawyer? You could represent yourself in small claims court, a specialized division of justice court tailored for disputes under $10,000.
In this episode, our seasoned attorneys explain the small claims process. They will walk you through the process, address potential challenges in collecting your judgment, and share important factors to consider.
This episode features two attorneys from the Consumer Rights Project at Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada:
Peter Aldous is a seasoned staff attorney with a comprehensive knowledge of consumer law and extensive experience handling bankruptcy claims.
Taylor Altman is a staff attorney who represents low-income and vulnerable individuals on consumer protection issues.
[00:00] Intro
[01:40] What Is Small Claims Court?
[03:30] Things to Consider/Step One
[06:00] Filing Your Complaint
[08:10] Correct Jurisdiction
[11:30] Serving Your Complaint
[16:10] Who Should I Sue?
[19:30] Gameshow
[21:40] Collecting Your Judgment
[26:10] Collection Proof
[29:00] Surety Bonds
[31:30] Appeals
LINKS
Free Small Claims Class - www.lacsn.org/what-we-do/free...
Civil Law Self-Help Center - www.civillawselfhelpcenter.or...
Ask-A-Lawyer Program - www.lacsn.org/what-we-do/ask-...
Clark County Recorder's Office - www.clarkcountynv.gov/recorder
Fictitious Business Name Search - www.clarkcountynv.gov/governme...
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