Can I sue a business in New Jersey small claims court for non payment of a $7,500. invoice? ...

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Can I sue a business in New Jersey small claims court for non payment of a $7,500. invoice?

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You can sue both an

You can sue both an individual or a business in small claims court in New Jersey. However, New Jersey small claims handles cases that involve damages of $3,000 or less. Since your claim is for more than $3,000, you should file your claim in the regular special civil part in the superior court. The special civil part handles claims between $3,000 and less than $15,000. If you are more comfortable filing in small claims, you can file your claim in that court but you will waive your right to recover damages over $3,000. For more information about filing a lawsuit in New Jersey, visit http://www.judiciary.state.nj.us/civil/civ-02.htm#ClaimsSC.

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You can sue both an

You can sue both an individual or a business in small claims court in New Jersey. However, New Jersey small claims handles cases that involve damages of $3,000 or less. Since your claim is for more than $3,000, you should file your claim in the regular special civil part in the superior court. The special civil part handles claims between $3,000 and less than $15,000. If you are more comfortable filing in small claims, you can file your claim in that court but you will waive your right to recover damages over $3,000. For more information about filing a lawsuit in New Jersey, visit http://www.judiciary.state.nj.us/civil/civ-02.htm#ClaimsSC.