If I wanted to take someone to small claims court over car damage caused by a minor with a scooter hitting my vehicle, what type of evidence would be needed?
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If I wanted to take someone to small claims court over car damage caused by a minor with a scooter hitting my vehicle, what type of evidence would be needed?
What should I expect?
Asked on July 26, 2015 under Accident Law, Texas
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
You need a couple of different components of evidence. The first is causation. This means that you have to prove who did what and what did that action cause. The second component is damages. A court action will not be supported on the bad act alone... you also have to show the injury that it caused and why this evidence justifies the award of a certain amount.
As far as what to expect... just know that smalls claims tends to be much more informal. You don't have to wear a three piece suit to present you case... you only have to have your eividence lined up and witnesses available. Regardless of the informality... still show a basic respect to the court. This would inlcuding standing wiht he judge enters.
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