What Claims Are Typically Filed in Small Claims Court?

Following is a general list of claims which can be filed in Small Claims:

• Breach of a written or oral contract.
• Return of money used as a down payment.
• Property damage caused by a motor vehicle accident.
• Damage to or loss of property Consumer complaints for defective merchandise or faulty workmanship.
• Payment for work performed.
• Claims based on bad checks.
• Claims for back rent.
• Return of a tenant's security deposit (Not to exceed $5,000 if suing for the defendant’s failure to return a tenant’s security deposit.