Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to start my case?
How do I find phone numbers, addresses, directions or court hours?
What do I do if I missed my court appearance (“defaulted”)?
What do I do if I can’t make my court date?
What do I do if I know that records or documents can prove my case, but I don’t have them?
How can I prove or defend my case?
What do I do if I don’t want to come to court at night?
What do I do if I want to sue someone in Small Claims Court who lives outside New York City?
What is the difference between a judge and an arbitrator?
What happens if I don’t settle the case?
The judge or arbitrator “reserved decision” in my case, what does that mean?
What do I do if I think the judge made a mistake in my case?
What do I do if I think the arbitrator made a mistake in my case?
How can I listen to, or get a written copy of, what happened in court?
I sent a copy of the judgment to the defendant and the defendant didn’t pay, what do I do?
My salary has been garnished, or my bank account is frozen, what can I do?
Can I watch a video on how to start a small claims case?
Can I watch a video on how to fill in the form to start a Small Claims Court case?
Where can I read more about Small Claims Court?
