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by nickpsecurity 573 days ago
If you go that route, I’ll remind readers that they can use small claims court to avoid large legal fees or maybe even a lawyer. It’s still a good idea to consult with a lawyer before going into any kind of court. You might be able to do that in your jurisdiction too.
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anon373839 573 days ago
It’s worth mentioning that small claims court judgments are often non-binding. Meaning, if either party is dissatisfied with the outcome, they can have an automatic “do-over” in regular civil court.
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spwa4 573 days ago
However, then Amazon would need to start by explaining to a judges why another judge convicted them. Not impossible, but certainly not the point I'd like to start from.
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anon373839 573 days ago
No, it’s not like that. It’s a trial de novo, meaning you truly start over as if the prior proceeding hadn’t happened. I still think small claims court can be useful, but it’s important to know what it is.
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spwa4 573 days ago
A prior procedure going against you will not help your chances even if it was arbitration.
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