Legal Basics
Small Claims Court: How It Works and When to Use It
Find out how small claims court works, how limits differ by state, how to send a demand letter, file, serve papers, prepare evidence, and collect a judgment.
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Legal Basics
Everyday legal topics explained in plain language: wills, small claims court and tenant rights. Rules vary from state to state, so each guide explains the general principles and tells you where to check the law that applies to you.
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Legal Basics
How to Write a Simple Will: What Every Adult Should Know
Learn what a will does, how to choose an executor and guardian, why witnesses matter, which assets skip your will entirely, and when a lawyer is worth the cost.
Legal Basics
Tenant Rights Basics: Leases, Security Deposits, and Repairs
Learn how to read a lease, how security deposit rules vary by state, what habitability means, how to request repairs in writing, and where to get local help.