Small Claims & Litigations
Small claims and litigation can be complicated. As such, people and corporations often hire a licensed paralegal or a lawyer to represent them. Let us be your guidance, navigate your legal issues and protect your legal rights. Whether you are a plaintiff or a defendant, our team of experienced legal representatives are here to help you or your business every step of the way.
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Small Claims & Litigations
The Small Claims Court is a branch of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. The monetary jurisdiction of the Ontario Small Claims Court is $35,000. These matters usually begin with a cause of action such as breach of contract (written or verbal) or negligence. For example, if you are owed money through a promissory note or perhaps you agreed on a service which was not satisfactorily or fully completed. You may be entitled to compensation. However, this compensation cannot exceed $35,000. If it does, you will be required to pursue legal action at the Superior Court of Justice. To “waive the excess” of your claim. Clients who “waive the excess” do so to take advantage of the Small Claims Court’s simplified procedures and lower filing fees. Should you choose to proceed with this option, you waive any future right to get this money in any other court.
- Breach of Contract
- Unpaid Invoices
- Damages to Property
- Account Receivables
- Denied Insurance Claims
- Renovation Dispute
- NSF Cheques
- Reposition of a Vehicle
- Police Brutality Unlawful Arrest
- Loss of Employment and Wages
Small Claims Court process include
- Step 1. Plaintiff’s Claim
- Step 2. Defendant’s Claim
- Step 3. Settlement conference
- Step 4. Defence to Defendant’s Claim
- Step 5. List of Proposed Witnesses
- Step 6. Offer to Settle
- Step 7. Terms of Settlement
- Step 8. Summons to Witness
- Step 9. Notice of Default of Payment
- Step 10. Judgment enforcement/examination
- Step 11. Garnishment of wages
How Reli On Us can help
Small claims Brampton process can be lengthy and tedious but we can help you navigate the complexities. Call us today! Book your consultation and one of our litigation professionals will be happy to speak to you.
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