The only guide to Small Claims Court that provides tips by former judges, Everybody"s Guide to Small Claims Court helps you bring or defend your small claims suit without a lawyer. This legal primer shows you how to build your case, present evidence, and covers in detail what to expect when you have personal injury, auto damage, dry cleaning damage, or landlord/tenant issues.Find out how to:· write a demand letter · file and serve papers · prepare a winning presentation · prepare and present evidence · line up persuasive witnesses · figure out your damages · mediate a settlement · collect money when you winThis edition is completely updated with a current appendix of small claims rules and limits, an expanded discussion of mediation, and more advice from real judges and commissioners.