Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court in California

Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court in California (Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court. California Edition)

Evaluate your claim, figure out your best course of action and represent yourself in small claims court with this definitive guide

Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court in California gives you step-by-step instructions to bring or defend your case. From preparing evidence and lining up persuasive witnesses, to making a presentation in court and collecting the money you're awarded, this plain English book leads you through the entire process of going to court without a lawyer. Plus, it's the only book around that helps you factor in out-of-court issues, such as personal relationships, to help you determine whether going to court is worth the potential for recovery.

Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court in California shows you how to:
evaluate whether you have a winning case
mediate a settlement
determine how much to sue for
write your demand letter
file and serve papers
prepare evidence and witnesses for court
plan a winning courtroom strategy
convince the judge that you are right
collect your money when you win

This edition is updated with the latest rules and statutes for California's small claims courts, including instructions for accessing local courts and finding out their procedures.

Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court in California (Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court. California Edition)