What is the minimum amount you can sue someone for?
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What is the minimum amount you can sue someone for?
I loaned someone $187and they have yet to pay me back. Can I take them to small claims court?
Asked on July 28, 2010 under Bankruptcy Law, Florida
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 4 years ago | Contributor
Legally, you can sue for ANY amount, as long as there is valid cause of action (such as an unpaid debt). Economically, I doubt that $187 is worth even small claims court. Depending on your court, there will still be some filing fee (often $25 - $35 day); it will take time to create and file the documents, and time to show up for court; and winning is never guaranteed. Sometimes, even when you have "right" on your side, as a practical matter, you are better off not asserting your rights. This may be one of those case, given how small the amount of money is. But yes, you may sue, if you really want to. If you do, good luck.
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