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Unfortunately, there is a limit to the damages that can be claimed in small claims court. It differs from state to state. In Massachusetts, it is $7000 (http://
by koliber 9y ago
Unfortunately, there is a limit to the damages that can be claimed in small claims court. It differs from state to state. In Massachusetts, it is $7000 (http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/small-claims-suits-how-much-30031.html http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/small-claims-suits-ho...) .
He could go to regular court to claim a larger amount, but that's a more involved and lengthy process.
- jjeaff 9y agoIf you hire a lawyer, your going to regular court. As far as I know, most states if not all, don't allow attorneys in small claims.
- ivraatiems 9y agoAs I've mentioned in other replies on this chain, that's not true. Most states allow attorneys, and Massachusetts definitely does. It's just not usually considered necessary.
- smsm42 9y agoIn California, it (being represented by a lawyer in small claims court) is explicitly not allowed. I guess each state is different.
- smsm42 9y agoFor representation, no. But no small claims court would prohibit the plaintiff to take an advice from a lawyer - i.e. what documents to get, what to say, how to behave, how to formulate one's claims correctly etc. It may help, though not always worth it.