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In small claims court, the rules are simplified and the hearing is informal. Attorneys are generally not allowed. The person who files the claim is called the plaintiff. The person against whom the claim is filed against is called the defendant.
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.
For most people, it is not worth it. It is a lot more difficult than people think to present a case effectively in front of a Judge or a Jury, especially if you are not a practiced attorney that is familiar with the law (whether it is strictly enforced in court proceedings or not).
Initial Filing Fees Filing TypeCost Small claims less than $100 $55 Small claims of $100, up to $500 $80 Small claims more than $500, up to $2,500 $175 Small claims more than $2,500, up to $8,000 $3001 more row
Filing Fees Claims for $1,500.00 or less$30.00 Claims from $1,500.01 to $5,000.00 $50.00 Claims from $5,000.01 to $12,500.00 $75.00 Persons or Business who have filed more than 12 claims in CA in the previous 12 mos. $100.00 Service of Documents by Certified Mail $15.00 (per defendant) [Fee waiver does not cover]6 more rows
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Claims for personal injury or damage to your property and claims for money damages for breach of contract must be filed within five years. Claims to recover money for breach of a written promise to pay must be filed within 10 years from the date of the breach of the written promise.

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