Small Claims FAQs

Court (62-B District)




What is a small claim case?

What should be considered before filing?

Does the court conduct a trial in small claims?

May I bring a lawyer?

Can a defendant move the case out of small claims?

Are small claim judgments final?

What are the differences between the Small Claims Division and the General Civil Division?

Are there alternate ways to handle the claim?

What is mediation?

What happens when parties come to an agreement before the hearing?

Is mediation available on the day of the hearing?

Can I bring a claim about an automobile accident?

Can I sue anyone in the 62-B District Court?

Can I bring any claim in Small Claims Court?

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