What's the Law? Towing company Aug 6, 2008
If after reviewing the maximum charges, you feel you were still overcharged, you can take the tow company to small claims court to contest the fees and request return of the amount of the overcharge. Q: My car was recently repossessed from the garage at my house. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Police Log, July 28 to Aug. 3 Aug 6, 2008
Police spoke to the man, who said the debt was not settled, and was advised to take the Belmont resident to small claims court rather than calling and harassing him. Loading commenting interface. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Groups boycott BC police complaint system Aug 1, 2008
King said instead of going through the complaints process, Pivot is helping complainants sue individual officers and the city in small claims court, while calling on the government to make immediate legislative reforms to the provincial Police Act. Police departments start internal probes when people file court cases against officers but the public can't rely on a satisfactory outcome because of the way such investigations are handled, he said. (CBC.ca)
What's the Law? Small claims court Jul 30, 2008
Small claims court helps with back rent ... Can I recover any monies through small claims court without having to attend a hearing ... You can go to small claims court but you, or your agent, will have to file papers and appear in court. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
How America's Kitchen went from hot to burned Jul 22, 2008
Phillips and some other workers filed complaints in small claims court. Geoghagan doesn't dispute his former employees' claims. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Respite care nightmare Jul 17, 2008
The first judge at small claims court asked me "What was your mother doing with her rings on in the nursing home?" Is this the general opinion of nursing homes ... Small claims court ruled not enough evidence and since I had signed a paper for lost or damage to personal items, they were not responsible. (Kalona News, IA)
Incumbent magistrate judge Jerry Day keeps his post Jul 16, 2008
Day served as Walker County justice of the peace and small claims court judge from 1979 until the creation of the magistrate court in 1983. Day said of his goals for the office, I hope to continuing providing fair and impartial justice to all citizens of Walker County, without regard to race, religion, national origin, nor financial or social standing. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Faceoff: Walker voters will decide four contest local races on July 15 Jul 7, 2008
Prior to the creation of the Magistrate Court, Day served the county as justice of the peace and small claims court judge from 1979 to 1983. Day and his family attend Corinth Baptist Church outside of LaFayette. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Best not to withhold rent over minor kitchen repairs Jul 7, 2008
This will be particularly helpful if the tenants go to small claims court to challenge deductions. You should seek at least three bids for any replanting or other professional services. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Judge sides with insurer in benefits lawsuit Jul 4, 2008
She pointed out that the union's insurance plan had gone so far as to transfer Dawson's lawsuit from small claims court in Peabody to federal court, where the filing fee is $350, and thus had almost certainly paid far more to defend the suit than it would have cost to reimburse Dawson. The case, employment lawyers say, illustrates the limitations of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, the 1974 federal law that protects employees' rights to their benefits. (Boston Globe)
What's the Law? Dad's girlfriend worries children Jul 2, 2008
They told me that I may have to take her to small claims court ... Would it be necessary for me to file in small claims court ... A: From the managing attorney of Legal Aid's Housing Unit: Unfortunately, you do indeed need to take the other tenant to small claims court if she will not pay you in good faith. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
LETTERS: NCT, June 30, 2008 Jul 1, 2008
Obama did not serve the public, he worked for communsit Saul Alainsky's radical group in Chicago then represented clients in small claims court. 10. (North County Times)
Former state senator, restaurant at odds Jun 28, 2008
Every says he did nothing wrong and would like to settle the matter in small claims court ... He said that he was blocked by the Otises' attorney from getting the matter settled in small claims court, so he notified Pizza Ranch officials in the mass e-mail about what he believes to be Scott Otis' financial mismanagement at the restaurant. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Woman charged in Jackson County Court with home repair fraud Jun 28, 2008
In one instance, the consumer sued Ms. Blaylock in small claims court and then dropped the suit when she agreed to pay him the money he was due. Once the lawsuit was dropped, so apparently was her willingness to refund the money. (Altus Times, OK)
What's the Law: Hazardous trees Jun 25, 2008
You would need to present your receipts in small claims court. The judge would have to agree with you that the limbs could cause imminent danger to the power line. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Interim & ex: 2 managers on city payroll Jun 19, 2008
Naffah said he will also be involved in small claims court cases against the city. "I would be representing the city in small claims court regarding water and sewer rate claims for refunds," he said. (Daily Triplicate)
Airport sued over $41.34 invoice Jun 18, 2008
"This is highly unusual. I've never been involved with a local government being sued in small claims court," he said. Acting Chairman Jack Gorman said he didn't want to change the board's policy. (The St. Augustine Record)
Meet the candidates: Walker County magistrate judge Jun 17, 2008
Walker County Messenger. Two people are running for the post of Walker County magistrate judge: incumbent Jerry Day and Ross Littlejohn. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Are trash contents safe from prying eyes after being picked up? Jun 15, 2008
I sought recourse through my credit card company and the small claims court. Ultimately, I won my case, a $2,000 judgment against the company. (Boston Globe)
Home buyer's unreasonable expectations (2) Jun 15, 2008
Now she is advising me to get an attorney or take it to small claims court. She never offered to use her commission to help me pay for it nor help me pay the $20 for express mail to get a divorce decree to close on my house. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Vicious dogs: Do breed bans work? Jun 8, 2008
Since then, he and his wife, fellow attorney Martha McMinn, have filed suit in Woodbury County's small claims court seeking 5,000 in damages against the other dog's owner. The bulldog remains in a cage at Sioux City Animal Control's shelter waiting disposition of its case as a vicious animal. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Who Pays When Dumpster Runs Away? Jun 2, 2008
Distefano said she will take the matter to small claims court. None of the companies involved in the case responded to calls seeking comment. (7 KETV Omaha)
A peek inside the shadowy life of the Mata Hari of the 450 Jun 2, 2008
Ms. Couillard was also taken to small claims court by the lawyer who handled her divorce, for failing to pay $839 in fees. Financial bad news dogged her as late as last August, when she re-entered the public stage by accompanying Mr. Bernier to Ottawa when he was sworn in as foreign affairs minister. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Tree Split In Half After Neighbor Dispute May 28, 2008
"Then, we went to small claims court and the judge said I got to trim it.". Liston said he decided not to cut the tree down entirely because it helps prevent his son's basketball from going onto the neighbor's property. (7 KETV Omaha)
LETTERS: NCT, May 24, 2008 May 25, 2008
I disagree, organizing to fill potholes, representing clients in small claims court and working part time as a lecturer qualifies him to be a legislator not President of the United States. By the way, claiming that community organizing as "service" is an insult to every man and woman who has ever served in the armed forces of the United States of America. (North County Times)
Renters Step Into Foreclosed Home Danger May 24, 2008
The only recourse them at this point is to take the owner to small claims court to try to get their security deposit back. ABC23 tried to contact the owner Caesar Martinez by phone. (KERO 23, CA)
Parent suing School Board May 22, 2008
A warrant in debt is a claim for money that begins the small claims court process. Payne says she spent more than $300 on a graduation package for her son that included 25 invitations, which the printing company won t replace because the information was correct when the invitations were printed. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
4 Investigates: Ex-Saint accused of fleecing customers May 22, 2008
Three weeks ago, the man filed suit in small claims court. This is not a person you would ever think would be deceitful, and he was deceitful, Aaron said. (WWLTV.com, LA)
What's the law? Court can garnish wages May 21, 2008
Question: My adult daughter, after going to small claims court, won a civil suit against someone who had wrecked her automobile. Both parties agreed that my daughter would receive $100 on the first of each month until the approximate $3,500 is paid in full, starting on April 1, 2008. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Judge candidate has passion for justice’ May 20, 2008
Since then he has also been appointed to substitute on many occasions as the Lewis and Clark County Small Claims Court judge and as the Lewis and Clark County justice of the peace. I think I m a peacemaker. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
You're Grounded May 16, 2008
-- You could also accept a refund, buy a ticket on another line, and sue the original line for the difference in small claims court - again, far from a surefire remedy. For future trips, consider booking on an airline that operates mainly a "point-to-point" system - where the line is unlikely to fob you off on a connecting flight. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Gas Mart troubles continue (2927) May 15, 2008
The consumer can opt into the mediation program offered by the state or go it alone through a private attorney or small claims court, but not both ... He's expected in small claims court Monday after failing to settle with Gas Mart, he said. (Munster Times, IN)
Elisabeth Leamy's Consumer Tips May 14, 2008
ABC News: Taking Your Case to Small Claims Court ... Taking Your Case to Small Claims Court ... It's called small claims court, but it can be a big relief if somebody owes you and you haven't gotten satisfaction any other way. (ABC News -- Business)
How a Small Claims Court Can Help You May 13, 2008
Taking Your Case to Small Claims Court ... It's called small claims court, but it can be a big relief if somebody owes you and you haven't gotten satisfaction any other way ... The dollar amount that you can sue for in small claims court varies depending on where you live. (ABC News -- Business)
SAN MARCOS: San Diego gang active near campus, sheriff's officials say May 8, 2008
To why bother wrote on May 8, 2008 6:43 AM:take the landlords to Small Claims court and you can be awarded up to $7,000. 00 per incident. (North County Times)
See you in court May 7, 2008
Sesa didnt like the games, so she took US Airways to small claims court ... Karabell told his client to go to small claims court, where, he remembers, the tour operators lawyers arrived with checkbooks in hand. (MSNBC -- Travel)
In disputes, silence isn't golden May 2, 2008
Cerkowski had a dispute with a man and she wanted to take him to small claims court ... The companies will also file suits in small claims court. (Albany Times Union)
There is recourse if landlord won't provide habitable unit Apr 21, 2008
You would then move and sue in small claims court for your damages ... Another option, depending on the amount of the loss, is to seek recovery in small claims court. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bill toughening anti-spam law in works Apr 19, 2008
He said he went to law school to "clean up the Internet." He's prosecuting half a dozen cases against spammers in state Superior Court and has won 28 cases in small claims court. But opponents said the new bill as written might have exposed legitimate companies to unnecessary lawsuits because so many spammers are outside the country. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Argyle sewer project advances toward construction ... slowly Apr 10, 2008
Woodruff said the county can't foreclose on a 100,000 property for a 35 bill and small claims court is not a likely course of action. Lewiston said cities deal with the problem all the time. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Man in Viola standoff faces attempted homicide charges Apr 9, 2008
A small claims court judgement filed by La Crosse Lutheran Hospital for more than 3,000 remains on his record from 1997. Acquaintance: 'maybe a little eccentric. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Ex-landlord must prove damage was from tenant Apr 7, 2008
If you do not receive one, or if you get one within the time allowed by law but do not agree with it, you could take the matter to small claims court. Q: I am a tenant in a house that the owner has up for sale. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Heathrow Terminal 5: counting the cost Apr 5, 2008
The only option therefore is the small claims court. The airlines typically do not contest the case, lose the judgement, but do not pay out. (Telegraph.co.uk)
More of this story Apr 5, 2008
Although there are really no statistics on the matter, court and law enforcement officials say winning your case in small claims court is not a guarantee you're going to get your money. A lot of people don't understand that it's not automatic, said Lt. Van Barfield, of the Halifax County Sheriff's Office's Civil Division. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Arbitration Ain't Broke, But Trial Lawyers Want to "Fix" It Apr 3, 2008
Without enforceable arbitration agreements, people with legitimate gripes that exceed the amount allowed in small claims court, but are unable to obtain the services of an attorney, will be left to fend for themselves in the complex civil litigation systemor could be forced to drop their claims altogether. Whats more, when a consumer has a beef with a company, arbitration provides a greater likelihood of an award to a consumer than does a lawsuit. (Townhall.com)
Juneau collectors go after city sales tax dodgers Apr 2, 2008
For amounts less than $10,000, if the merchant is in town, Stauffer can file a suit in small claims court. With a judgment against the merchant, the city can garnish a person's wages or Alaska Permanent Fund dividend, or sweep bank accounts for the amount owed. (Juneau Empire)
Three months in, smoke still hasn't cleared on ban Apr 2, 2008
94mustang5 wrote on Mar 28, 2008 2:20 PM:" Nothing stopping a non smoker from making a citizens arrest of the smoker and the bar manager/owner. Take pictures, get recordings and witnesses. Look it up. You may even get some damages awarded in small claims court. Supplement your income. ". Just Walk Out wrote on Mar 28, 2008 2:18 PM:" We don't need the police or prosecutors. When we are in a bar or restaurant and someone lights up; we just walk out. We've done it several times without any major... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Man writes check on 2-ply toilet paper Mar 28, 2008
Borgna says he is appealing the judgment against him in small claims court. . (Albany Times Union)
Candidates clash over experience Mar 21, 2008
Anderl has been a small claims court commissioner for 10 years and a court commissioner for 12 years. She said she has had experience in jury trials and those decided by judges, and handled cases in family law, real estate and probate. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Letters for Tuesday, March 18, 2008 Mar 18, 2008
Bill SB2474, which would raise the Small Claims Court maximum amount from 3,500 to 5,000 (allowing more people to settle their disputes directly in small claims courts), passed last month in the Senate quickly and unanimously. All Senators seemed to agree that it was time not only to adjust the 3,500 limit (set in 1992) for inflation, but also to bring the state of Hawaii more in line with the rest of the country (36 states have dollar limits higher than 3,500). (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Chance to run for judge excites Anderl Mar 16, 2008
JUDICIAL EXPERIENCE: Small Claims Court Commissioner for 10 years, Court Commissioner for 12 years. COMMUNITY SERVICE: President or Past President, Our Savior s Lutheran Church, Chippewa Falls Chamber of Commerce, Noon Kiwanis Club, Family Support Center. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Laptops lend a hand Mar 15, 2008
Students have a strong incentive to keep the computer in good working order, which includes signing a contract - with a co-signer - to return the laptop or risk winding up in small claims court or having the district garnish their Alaska Permanent Fund dividend. Students are also responsible for using the computer for schoolwork while in class. (Juneau Empire)
Trapped in fraudulent loans Mar 10, 2008
You could sue your landlord for breach of contract or fraud in small claims court. Good luck finding your landlord though and getting any money out of the loser at that. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Rights of tenants in a house for sale Mar 10, 2008
Ultimately, you may need to take your dispute to small claims court. The authors are property manager Robert Griswold and attorneys Steven R. Kellman, director of the Tenants' Legal Center, and James McKinley, of Kimball, Tirey and St. John, a law firm that represents landlords. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Students owe district $80,000 Mar 9, 2008
The district plans to hire a collection agency or go to small claims court to recoup the money from students who no longer are enrolled, he said. While the letters that were sent home said students with debts would not be allowed to enroll in classes, Kite now says the district never intended to follow through with that. (The News-Herald)
Unfair boot? Get back your loot!Residents in frustrating fight to recover fines from Parking Authority Mar 9, 2008
He said that to get his $110 back, he is planning to go to small claims court in Jersey City, but he is not too optimistic that he will prevail. In the meantime, he realizes he should get a permit. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
State cuts being felt in Houston County courts Mar 8, 2008
But that productivity comes at a price, Kuhlers said the public can expect longer processing times on civil cases such as divorce, custody, personal injury and estate filings, plus delays in small claims court, an extended jury term and fewer mailed notices of court dates. She s worried if office doesn t send those pay or appear notices, you ve got your one and only court appearance and you d better stay on top of it. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Snowplow meeting: Fast-moving plows rankle TH locals Mar 5, 2008
If claims are denied by the county, he said, residents can take their cases to small claims court. Ayala said the snowplow and towing calls spurred CHP to call other counties to learn what they do to alert citizens when snowplows are headed to their neighborhood. (The Union Democrat)
Ask Realty Times Feb 29, 2008
Would it make any sense to go to a small claims court. That said, why did the seller agree to increase the sale price. (RealtyTimes)
Collection firms taking moredebtors to small claims court Feb 29, 2008
Great Day - Great Deals. and buy Shelia Kellys S Factor $40 gift certificates for only $20. (KHOU.com, TX)
Political Grapevine Feb 27, 2008
The Hillary Clinton campaign has finally paid a bill to a Manhattan deli owner who went to small claims court and filed suit. Peter Semetis had catered a campaign event in mid-December. (Fox News)
Six vie for nominations in justice of the peace race Feb 27, 2008
Ensure that the increased load of cases from small claims court are handled as efficiently as possible. Tommy Ginn, 58, was a sergeant in the U. S. Army, then worked at Diamond Shamrock for 35 years before his current occupation, where he now trains and evaluates longshoremen on how to use heavy equipment. (The Citizen - online, TX)
Botswana: DPP Not Independent - Moatlhodi Feb 25, 2008
Amongst some of the envisaged reforms is a small claims court. Skelemani said small claims courts are planned to commence in two pilot sites as soon as Parliament passes the legislation. (allAfrica.com)
State budgetary woes loom over Winona courthouse - Judge: Without help county could see draconian’ cuts Feb 24, 2008
More direct effects to the general public include using phone trees, less time for small claims court and no weddings during court hours. Winona County Court Administrator Sally Cumiskey said she will no longer perform marriage ceremonies during regular hours. (Winona Daily News, MN)
As I see it: How you pay for purchases really adds up Feb 21, 2008
Jules wrote on Feb 20, 2008 12:31 PM:" If the cost of buying with a credit card is a burden to local businesses, they can easily refuse to accept credit cards. End of problem. Why don't they refuse? Because they want the profit from selling something to someone who wouldn't buy it without being able to charge it. They, too, are being driven by the profit motive. Why should people use cash? When you pay in cash, you have a VERY hard time getting problems resolved. A seller can rip you off and... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
