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10-24-2014 - Small Claims Court

For claims of actual damages under $7,000, a plaintiff may file a legal action in the Small Claims session of the District Court, Boston Municipal Court, or if the claim involves housing issues, in the housing court Small Claims session.  You will pay the filing fee to the court when you file your Small Claim. Attorneys are not always needed in Small Claims Court, but you are permitted to hire an attorney if you wish. In a Small Claims proceeding, the case may be resolved by a mediator, or if not, a trial will be held before a magistrate.  Triple damages and attorney fees under Chapter 93A /176D may be awarded against a business if certain circumstances are met. 

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Personal Injury Law

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Real Estate Closings

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Worker's Compensations

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Wills / Trusts