Basics of small claims court in California
Do you have a good case?
Can you collect your money if you win?
How much should you sue for?
When should you sue?
Settling your dispute
Who can sue?
Suing different kinds of defendants
Where can you sue?
Filing fees, court papers, & court dates
Serving your papers
The defendant's options
Getting ready for court
Witnesses
Your day in court
Motor vehicle repair cases
Motor vehicle purchase cases
Bad debts: initiating and defending cases
Motor vehicle accident cases
Landlord-tenant cases
Miscellaneous cases
Disputes between small businesses
Judgment and appeal
Collecting your money
Legal research
Appendix A: Major California consumer laws
Appendix B: Legal jargon for California small claims court.