How do I claim money back from someone?

Small claims are for simple cases that don’t involve large amounts of money or complicated issues. They’re often used to get compensation or your money back if something’s gone wrong. Small claims are never usually for more than £10,000.

You can use small claims for things like:

  • a faulty product
  • poor service
  • being owed a refund
  • disputes with your landlord – for example, if they haven’t done minor repairs
  • being owed money for work you’ve done
  • accidents when you’ve been injured – for example, a car accident

The web page linked below includes advice on:

  • Deciding whether to make a small claim
  • Making a small claim
  • Going to a small claims hearing
  • The rules about making a court claim
  • Problems with goods – letter before court action

View specific advice on the National Citizens Advice website.
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