We have filed a plaintiff claim on Small Claims Court where the defending party responded with their defense claim denying the accused owed money. Since the defendant is a close relative, there exists no contract or written agreement when the money was owed. We however, have kept all documents (bank remittances, issued checks to defendant's name) showing that money was given to defendant. Defendant, however, claims them as "gifts" given to her --- which of course, is a lie. How may we able to win our case base on verbal agreements regarding payments to money owed and documents at hand? Do you think we stand a chance of receiving favourable judgement? Do you have suggestions of presenting our case during court trial? We are self-represented since lawyers costs too much we might end up spending more than what we could get --- if we ever win at all.
To anyone with expert advises on this kind of matter, or if you have a similar case, your response would be much appreciated. Thanks!
2006-10-19
23:15:15
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