How much does it cost to take someone to small claims court in NY?

Checks and money orders should be made payable to “The Clerk of the Court.” The fee to sue in Small Claims Court is: • $15 for claims up to $1000, and • $20 for claims over $1000.

Are NYC small claims courts open during coronavirus?

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Alert New York State courts are open and offering limited in-person assistance for health and safety reasons. Some courts are holding virtual hearings by video or phone. If your case is going to be heard virtually, the court will contact you to let you know.

How does Small Claims Court work in New York State?

Small Claims Court is a special part of the court where you can sue for money without a lawyer. Depending on where you live, cases can only sue for either $10,000 or less. The rules are more informal and the process is a lot easier. Search by City, Town, Village, District or Civil Court.

How to file your case in Small Claims Court?

Identify The Correct Defendants. Identifying and suing the correct “defendant” (the person or company you believe owes you money) is one of the most important steps in your

How do you file a small claim case?

File the claim. Visit your county courthouse to fill out the necessary paperwork. In some counties, you can find the required paperwork online. Depending on your state, the online forms may include a “Plaintiff’s Claim and Order to Go to Small Claims Court” form as well as a “ Proof of Service (Small Claims)” form.

What can you sue for in Small Claims Court?

Any individual, business or corporation may sue another individual, business or corporation in Small Claims Court. Usually you can sue for property damage, some landlord/tenant disputes, broken verbal or written contracts, bad cheques, unpaid artist fees, or the collection of personal debts.

What do you need to know about Small Claims Court?

A plaintiff (claimant) files a statement of claim to the court and pays filing fees.