General Civil Lawsuits
Civil lawsuits are cases in which a corporation or individual files a lawsuit against another corporation or individual requesting the court award monetary damages. Listed below is an explanation of the type of claim and where you can file your paperwork for specific amounts.
| Type of Claim | Amount | Where You Can File (choose one) |
|---|---|---|
| Recover Property (other than real estate, such as land or rental units) | less than $25,000 |
Justice
of the Peace Court
Superior Court |
| any amount | Superior Court | |
| Personal Injury | up to $75,000 (as of October 21,2019) |
Court
of Common Pleas
Superior Court |
| any amount | Superior Court | |
| Damage to Property | less than $25,000 |
Justice
of the Peace Court
|
| up to $75,000 (as of October 21,2019) |
Court
of Common Pleas
Superior Court |
|
| any amount | Superior Court | |
| Other Actions to Recover Money (such as contract or agreement disputes or back rent when possession is not being sought) | less than $25,000 |
Justice
of the Peace Court
Court of Common Pleas Superior Court |
| up to $75,000 (as of October 21,2019) |
Court
of Common Pleas
Superior Court |
|
| any amount | Superior Court | |
| Possession of a rental unit (may include claim for back rent) | any amount | Justice of the Peace Court |
When you are able to file in more than one court, below is some information to help you decide in which court to file.
| Court | Facts About the Court |
|---|---|
| Justice of the Peace Court |
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| Court of Common Pleas |
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| Superior Court |
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