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QUESTION: Can I take someone to small claims multiple times? #27

Open Morningstar88 opened 2 weeks ago

Morningstar88 commented 2 weeks ago

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Yes

Yes, it is legal to file multiple cases against the same person for distinctly different debts. However, the defendant may file a motion to consolidate the cases in one justice court or superior court case, depending on the size of the combined debt, and such a motion would most likely be granted.

Morningstar88 commented 2 weeks ago

"You can't get blood from a turnip, so think about whether they can pay," he says. "There are two major parts to any lawsuit: whether you can win or not, and whether you can get money or not. If you win and can't get any money, that's kind of like not winning at all."

Morningstar88 commented 2 weeks ago

"Don't try to sound like a lawyer," Rovinsky advises. "It just annoys a judge when a non-lawyer tries to use legalese and fancy legal terms. If you are asked a question, just answer it honestly and in a straightforward way. In small claims matters, I don't want you to use legal terms, especially if you don't quite understand them. You tell me the facts, and I will apply the relevant law."