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Going to court may not be worth your time, and you may not even win. It’s sometimes worthwhile to make a deal for less than you’re owed to avoid court.

A demand letter is a short, one-to-two-page formal request for something that lets the recipient know that they’ll face legal action if they don’t comply.

Small claims court enables people to get their day in court without the need for a lawyer, but only in cases where the damages are $10,000 or less.

Finding a registered agent isn't difficult so long as you know the legal name of the entity you intend on suing, but not everything is always as it appears. If you have trouble, consider hiring a professional process server or consulting an attorney.

In California, you will need to fill out the SC-100 form and pay the filing fee. To file, you’ll need to know how much the defendant owes you, have tried to resolve the dispute out of court, and know the courthouse where you are allowed to file.