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Small Claims Court Question

I have filed a claim with the local small claims court against a previous landlord for my security deposit that he never returned to me. He filed a notice to defend and we have a trial date set for July 22nd. He's been able to see all the evidence I submitted to the court. Do I ever get to see any of the evidence he claims to have prior to going to court?


Asked on 6/22/09, 10:40 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Christopher Vaughn-Martel Charles River Law Partners, LLC

Re: Small Claims Court Question

You will need to request formal permission to engage in discovery from the court.

Discovery is not granted as of right in small claims actions. You could attempt to request the paperwork from your landlord.

You may want an attorney to represent you. If you prevail, your attorneys fees will be awarded, and possibly multiple damages.

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Answered on 6/23/09, 8:28 am
Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

Re: Small Claims Court Question

Retain an attorney, as attorney's fees will be awarded if you prevail.

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Answered on 6/23/09, 9:41 am
Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

Re: Small Claims Court Question

Retain an attorney, as attorney's fees will be awarded if you prevail.

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Answered on 6/23/09, 9:42 am


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