This book contains more than 100 pages of scanned court rules and court forms from the New York Small Claims Court. These forms and rules are all explained in detail in the main text of the book.
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"There are GREAT NUGGETS of information here." -- Chris Gailus -- FOX 5 Good Day New York
Claim only as much as you can clearly prove you're owed, said Richard Solomon, an attorney and author of the book "Winning in the New York Small Claims Courts." Overinflating your claim undermines your credibility, which is among your greatest assets, he said. Before your court date, organize and prepare as much as possible. Solomon recommends that people bringing claims gather every piece of documentation they can find, and file it in chronological order in a three-ring binder. Include written estimates, copies of e-mails, even handwritten phone messages. Make two copies of the entire packet, one for the defendant and one for the judge. Refer to it page by page as you make your case. "The court room is psychological. It comes down to: Who looks prepared? Who looks organized?" Solomon said. -- New York Daily News September 7, 2006
WINNING in the New York Small Claims Courts has SIMPLE TIPS we can all use in case you find yourself in front of a Judge in the County." -- Christa Lauri -- News 12 Westchester Daytime Edition
Winning in court is only half the battle. "One problem with the system is that the court won't help you collect," Mr. Solomon said. Ask that a payment deadline be written into a settlement; if the defendant defaults, ask that the settlement be converted into a judgment, which would then affect the defendant's credit rating. "Even deadbeat debtors think twice about that," Mr. Solomon said. -- New York Times Business Section July 17, 2005
Claim only as much as you can clearly prove you're owed, said Richard Solomon, an attorney and author of the book "Winning in the New York Small Claims Courts." Overinflating your claim undermines your credibility, which is among your greatest assets, he said. Before your court date, organize and prepare as much as possible. Solomon recommends that people bringing claims gather every piece of documentation they can find, and file it in chronological order in a three-ring binder. Include written estimates, copies of e-mails, even handwritten phone messages. Make two copies of the entire packet, one for the defendant and one for the judge. Refer to it page by page as you make your case. "The court room is psychological. It comes down to: Who looks prepared? Who looks organized?" Solomon said. -- New York Daily News September 7, 2006
WINNING in the New York Small Claims Courts has SIMPLE TIPS we can all use in case you find yourself in front of a Judge in the County." -- Christa Lauri -- News 12 Westchester Daytime Edition
Winning in court is only half the battle. "One problem with the system is that the court won't help you collect," Mr. Solomon said. Ask that a payment deadline be written into a settlement; if the defendant defaults, ask that the settlement be converted into a judgment, which would then affect the defendant's credit rating. "Even deadbeat debtors think twice about that," Mr. Solomon said. -- New York Times Business Section July 17, 2005
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* Instructions on how to conduct a trial
* A Sample Settlement Agreement
* The simple step-by-step process of enforcing a judgment (collecting your meoney after you win in Court)
Most Frequently Asked Questions:
1. What is Small Claims Court?
The Small Claims Courts are informal Courts of Law with simplified procedures to resolve money disputes. Criminal cases are not part of the small claims court process. Cases can be brought by individuals or businesses.
2. What types of cases are typically brought in Small Claims Court?
There are generally two broad categories of cases: breach of contract (e.g., failure to pay rent, defective goods, defective services) and property damage (e.g., car accidents).
3. What are the advantages of the Small Claims Courts?
The greatest advantage is that if you do not need to hire an attorney to come to Court with you. In California, for example, attorneys are not permitted in Small Claims Court. Other advantages include inexpensive filing fees (generally less than $50.00 across the country) and a speedy trial (generally within a matter of months).
4. Can you really go to a Small Claims Court, a Court of Law, without an attorney?
If you bring great evidence to prove your case, and are familiar with the local rules of procedure you will be effective in representing yourself. These courts were designed for people to inexpensively and quickly present their disputes for prompt resolution.
5. Often, people are reluctant to bring cases in Small Claims Court due to their fear of public speaking. What do you recommend?
Before you go to Court, visit an office supply store and buy three looseleaf binders. Inside each binder insert your evidence in chronological order. Inside will be copies of your letters, canceled checks, invoices, photographs, business cards, emails or faxes and anything else that provides information about your case.
When it is your turn to present the case, you will give one looseleaf to the Judge, and you will give one to your adversary. Then, you will flip through the pages and explain your side of the story with your evidence. The documents will then "speak for themselves" allowing the focus of your case to be on your documents giving you confidence to present your case.
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Excellent Reference Book,
By Eric S (New York) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Winning In The New York Small Claims Court (Paperback)
I had a problem with a former tenant but did not want the expense of an attorney. I bought the book, followed the steps, and we settled before having to go back to Court.
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best courtroom advice,
By david k (Bayside Queens) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Winning In The New York Small Claims Court (Paperback)
This book provides the best courtroom advice of all the new york self-help books that are on the shelves or online. It is simple, to the point, and very complete. I saw the other online reviews and took a chance; it is a great reference book. I have actually seen people in small claims court bring this book with them as a reference (pretty smart!)
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Very Helpful and Informative,
By Jeff H. (United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Winning In The New York Small Claims Court (Paperback)
This book gives great step-by-step advice on how to proceed with a small claims case. I used it in pursuing a case involving a loan and found it to be extemely useful in explaining all procedures and forms necessary to sucecessfully pursue a case. Also valuable is the court contact information and extensive coverage of various court rules. All in all, this book is very helpful and highly recommended if you have a small claims action.
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The New York City Small Claims Courts allow you to bring a claim without the need for an attorney if your claim is for three thousand dollars or less. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New York, Nassau County, Civil Court, Main Street, Suffolk County, General Information, Day Court Only, John Smith, Queens County, Staten Island, Blumberg Excelsior, Conspicuous Service, Debtor Inc, Substituted Service, Westchester County New!
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The New York City Small Claims Courts allow you to bring a claim without the need for an attorney if your claim is for three thousand dollars or less. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New York, Nassau County, Civil Court, Main Street, Suffolk County, General Information, Day Court Only, John Smith, Queens County, Staten Island, Blumberg Excelsior, Conspicuous Service, Debtor Inc, Substituted Service, Westchester County New!
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