What happens if I claim a specified amount in court?

What happens now depends on whether you have claimed a specified or an unspecified amount. If you claimed a specified amount, you will have received the defendant’s admission form, telling you that they admit to owing you money. Look closely at the details of the form to see if the defendant has asked for extra time to pay the amount.

What happens after a judgment for Claimant after determination?

‘judgment for claimant after determination’ with details of what the defendant has to pay. You, or the defendant, can object to the new judgment by writing to the court within 14 days (and sending a copy to the other side).

What happens if the defendant has not paid a judgment?

If a court has decided that someone must pay you an amount of money (you have ‘obtained judgment against the defendant’), and you have not received a payment, this leaflet may help you decide what to do next. The court will not enforce the judgment unless you ask it to.

What happens if I do not respond to a court claim?

If the court does not receive your response within 14 days, the court can either make an order that you pay the amount claimed or decide on the amount you will be legally responsible for. This is known as a County Court judgment. Remember,you can still talk to the person making a claim against you.

How do I collect on a small claims judgment?

When you win your case in small claims court, the judge will issue a judgment against the other party for payment to you and for court costs. Now you must collect on that judgment, and it’s not as easy as it sounds. The losing party will likely be reluctant to pay, but you do have some options for collecting the money awarded to you.

What happens when you win a small claims case?

Can a default judgment be issued in Small Claims Court?

Many debtors don’t pay because they can’t, and some are difficult to locate to get payment. If the judge in small claims court rules in your favor, or if a default judgment is issued because the defendant fails to appear or defend the case, the court will issue a judgment for a specific amount of money.

How much can I claim in Small Claims Court?

Claims for more than $750 and up to $10,000 can be filed in either Small Claims or Civil court. Lawyers can represent you in Civil court. Claims for $750 or less must be filed in Small Claims court. An exception allows these claims to be filed in general Civil court if the law you are suing under specifically allows lawyer fees to be awarded.