Filing a small claims case allows you to have the court determine your legal rights in cases of up to $5,000. However, a new court rule forbids judges to explain your legal rights, and without this knowledge you can lose your case. How to Win in Small Claims Court in Florida simplifies and thoroughly explains everything you need to know to successfully handle your own small claims case, whether you are the plaintiff or defendant.
Complete with court terminology, step-by-step instructions and the forms you need, this book makes filing or defending suits in small claims court inexpensive and hassle-free.
This book explains in simple language:
Whether you have a valid case
Rules of evidence
How to file your case
Using expert witnesses
Arguing your case
Following rules of evidence
Defending your case
Collecting your judgment
Settling your case
Garnishing wages
Countersuing
