Resources

First published in 1980, Everybody’s Guide to Small Claims Court ($18.95 from Nolo Press, 950 Parker St., Berkeley, CA 94710; 800/992-6656; www.nolo. com) is an informative and easy-to-use legal resource. This seventh edition incorporates recent legal changes throughout the U.S. and C a n a d a . Written by a legal aide l a w y e r turned selfhelp legal advocate and publisher, the Guide shows how to determine if you have a viable case; how much to sue for and how to collect; how to settle a case before it goes to court; how to file and serve papers; how to prepare and present a case in court, and many other common scenarios. Several chapters cover general categories, such as motor vehicle purchase, accident and