What is small claims court like?

[observer53]

Originally Posted by Threatened

I loved my job of 5 months and never missed a day of work, nor, late. A young girl I started with took a disliking to me, for some reason. I was always very nice to her. However, she spoke badly about me to my piers and her supervisor resulting in people not speaking to me, and her supervisor of being extremely rude and sarcastic to me during our weekly team meetings. In addition, on three occasions she verbally threatened me by saying, "Be careful, be very careful". This was in passing in the hall and exiting the elevator. Of course, there were no witnesses. The first couple of times I really didn't get it, but when exiting the elevator and before the door closed she said it again, that's when I realized I was being threatened. Following other problems with her I finally decided to report her. On Jan 21st I requested permission from my supervisor to meet with H/R. He called me in and ask what the problem was, and I told him everything. In turn, without my knowing, he contacted the manager, the director, and then H/R. Then called her in to meet with him and H/R. Afterwards I was called in. It was a horrible meeting that went no where. On Jan 24th I was terminated. They scrapped the bottom of the barrel for any reason. I want to sue her in small claims for Defamation of Character leading to my termination. I never knew what she told H/R. All the supervisors adored this girl. She was funny and had a velvet-like-voice that sucked you right in. It's been 3 months and I'm unable to find work. Do I have a case?

This is not a good place for legal advice. Find an attorney that will give you a free or low cost 30 minute consultation, so that you will have real info about your options.

[Alymar2216]

What happens If the Person who you worked for owns hes little business and owes you, but files for bankruptcy? Do you still get your money that is owed to you?

What happens If the Person who owes you files for bankruptcy? Do you still get your money that is owed to you?
Does a small claim need to be done? If yes, any advice on what to expect with the process?

[observer53]

Originally Posted by Alymar2216

What happens If the Person who owes you files for bankruptcy? Do you still get your money that is owed to you?
Does a small claim need to be done? If yes, any advice on what to expect with the process?

First, see the post just above yours. Thi is not the best place for legal advice. That said, getting a judgment in small claims court gives you options to collect your money that you don't have without a judgment. Bankruptcy significantly complicates the process. Good luck.