Hello! I would like to discuss with you one rather specific, but important point - expenses that may arise in the process of filing and considering small claims. Please tell me, from your experience or knowledge: what are the most common expense items that accompany such cases?
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In answer to your question, I would like to share my experience, which I hope will be useful. When it comes to filing and considering small claims, there are several costs that may arise during the process. First, there are court fees - the standard fee for filing a claim with the court. These fees depend on the amount of the claim, but are usually not that high for small cases. You should also consider the cost of notary services if you need to certify documents or sign them in the presence of a notary. In addition, there may be legal fees if you decide to contact an attorney or lawyer to draft and file the claim. However, if the case is not too complex, you may well do without professional assistance. In the event that the participation of witnesses or experts is required, there may also be additional costs for their services.
I recently had to go through the process of filing a small claim under the Small claims track (SCT) and I want to share my experience. At first glance, it seems that such cases are inexpensive, but there are nuances. First of all, the court fee. It depends on the amount of the claim and is paid when filing the application. It is also worth considering the possible costs of printing documents, sending registered letters, and sometimes consulting a lawyer - especially if you are encountering the system for the first time. Personally, the Casecraft resource was very helpful for me. It clearly describes the expense items, what you can try to collect from the other party, and what expenses are most likely to remain yours. Thanks to this information, I was prepared in advance and avoided unexpected costs.