Evaluate your claim, figure out your best course of action and represent yourself in small claims court with this definitive guide<br><br><i>Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court in California</i> gives you step-by-step instructions to bring or defend your case. From preparing evidence and lining up persuasive witnesses, to making a presentation in court and collecting the money you're awarded, this plain English book leads you through the entire process of going to court without a lawyer. Plus, it's the only book around that helps you factor in out-of-court issues, such as personal relationships, to help you determine whether going to court is worth the potential for recovery.<br><br><i>Everybody's Guide to Small Claims Court in California</i> shows you how to: <br><br><li>evaluate whether you have a winning case<br></li><li>mediate a settlement<br></li><li>determine how much to sue for<br></li><li>write your demand letter<br></li><li>file and serve papers<br></li><li>prepare evidence and witnesses for court<br></li><li>plan a winning courtroom strategy<br></li><li>convince the judge that you are right<br></li><li>collect your money when you win <br><br>This edition is updated with the latest rules and statutes for California's small claims courts, including instructions for accessing local courts and finding out their procedures.</li>