Includes index.

In the beginning -- Do you have a good case? -- Can you collect your money if you win? -- How much can you sue for? -- When can you sue? -- How to settle your dispute -- Who can sue? -- Who can be sued? -- Where can you sue? -- Plaintiff's and defendant's filing fees, court papers, and court dates -- Serving your papers -- The defendant's options -- Getting ready for court -- Witnesses -- Your day in court -- Motor vehicle repair cases -- Motor vehicle purchase cases -- Bad debts: initiating and defending cases in which money is owed -- Vehicle accident cases -- Landlord-tenant cases -- Miscellaneous cases -- Disputes between small businesses -- Judgment and appeal -- Collecting your money -- Legal research.