Monthly Archives: May 2011

Finding A Small Claims Court Lawyer

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Jordan Farkas

Q. I lost my case a few weeks ago and really feel like I could have used a better small claims lawyer.  I know this sounds like a vague question, but for next time, what would I look for in … Continue reading →

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Ex Boyfriends and Ex Girlfriends in the Small Claims Court

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Jordan Farkas

Q. I loaned my boyfriend $4,000 to help him with expenses while we were living together.  We recently broke up, and he now refuses to pay me back the money.  Do I have a case? Your issue is very common … Continue reading →

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Latest Small Talk Column – Warning Danger Ahead…

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Jordan Farkas

In the latest instalment of “Small Talk”, I discuss various defences to a signed contract such as undue influence and non est factum.  As you will read, these arguments rarely succeed in Ontario’s small claim courts.  Enjoy the article.

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Latest Column – Counterfeit NHL Playoff Tickets

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Jordan Farkas

Check out our latest column featured in the Meaford Independent.  It deals with a reader’s question regarding purchasing Buffalo Sabres NHL playoff tickets, only to discover they’re counterfeit.  Can one go to small Claims Court in such instance?  Does the Ontario Small … Continue reading →

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James Brown’s daughter feels good!

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Jordan Farkas

“I FEEL GOOD!”…Must be what the king of soul, James Brown’s daughter, Deanna, must be thinking after settling her small claims court lawsuit.  Brown’s daughter sued for the return of her dad’s trademark cape in Cleveland Small Claims Court, and … Continue reading →

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