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The Small Claims Advisory Service (SCAS) is a non-governmental Massachusetts public service organization that provides free legal information regading Massachusetts small claims law and procedure. For any questions about Small Claims law (including those this site can't answer) feel free to call our hotline at (617) 497-5690 or email us with a brief, specific question at questions@masmallclaims.org.

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Find out about the Small Claims Advisory Service.

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Appeals

How do I appeal a small claims case that has already been decided?

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Auto Law

What laws apply to motor vehicles in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts?

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Collections from Judgements

I won my case...how do I collect my money?

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Consumer Law

What laws protect Massachusetts consumers? What can I do if I feel I am a victim of deceptive consumer practices?

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Credit and Debt

What are my rights as a debtor in Massachusetts?  How can I resolve payment of debt or collection of credits?

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Filing A Claim

How do I file a claim in small claims court?

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Home Improvement

What are my rights as a homeowner in Massachusetts?  What rules govern contractors?

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Landlord/Tenant Law

What are my rights as a tenant?  What legal recourse am I entitled to?

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Personal Disputes

What can I do if I feel I have been wronged by another individual?

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Small Claims Procedure

How can I prepare for small claims court?

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We are not lawyers, or even law students; rather, we are college undergraduates who have read up on small claims law in Massachusetts. The information we are able to provide you is simply that - information - and should not be considered "legal advice", which you can only receive from a lawyer.