Forfeiting the portion of the claim which exceeds the legislated amount of $50,000. Abatement

This is a voluntary, written statement of facts sworn/affirmed before a commissioner for oaths. Affirm

A legal proceeding by which a case is brought from a lower court to a higher court. Applicant

The first document to start a law suit in this court. Compensation

To break a rule. Costs

A cross-claim by the defendant against the plaintiff. Damages

Failure to appear as required. Usually the failure to appear in court or defend a lawsuit. Default Judgment

Person against whom a lawsuit is commenced. This includes companies, corporations, or individuals. Dispute Note

A document or material object entered as evidence. Judgment

The legal authority of a court to hear a case. Landlord