r/mildlyinfuriating • u/pavederry • 2d ago

"I'm Sorry, I Have to Cancel"

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u/decomposition_ 2d ago

Not for small claims court

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u/rci22 2d ago

Thanks! TIL

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u/JamesTrickington303 1d ago

You’re actually not allowed to have representation in small claims court. If you think I owe you $1,300 over a broke motorcycle you’re gonna stand up in front of a judge and tell them why with your own words.

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u/DrunkNuckChorris 1d ago

I may be wrong but, not allowed? Surely they are at least allowed? Regardless, for most small courts issues you’ll at least want or need a lawyer outside of court to help you find and complete any needed paperwork and help you with strategy

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u/JamesTrickington303 1d ago

You can have someone prepare your case if you want, but small claims court is you, the judge, and the other guy, in a room, to figure out what’s what.

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u/PraiseTalos66012 1d ago

Nah normally small claims is super informal, no special legal talk or anything, just both sides giving their story and the judge mediating and asking followups.

Essentially the judge is doing the job of both parties lawyer.