Small Claims Court Defense

Summary

If sued in small claims court for $1,500, the plaintiff must prove you owe them money. Gather all evidence related to the scam for your defense. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.

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Tariq
Hi Tariq, I'm here to provide some general legal guidance. Could you please describe your legal issue?
My ex girlfriend is trying to sue me in small claims court for $*,*. This happened when I was scammed out of $*,*. At the time , i had no idea i was being scammed and was lead on to believe I was going to receive the money back right away, But it turns out I lost her $*,* and my own $*,* .
Hi Tariq, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Here are some general points about small claims court:
- The maximum amount for small claims in NY is $*,*.
- The plaintiff must prove that you owe them money.
- It's crucial to gather all evidence related to the scam for your defense.
Please consult a local attorney for personalized advice.