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Small Claims Is Not Small Anymore

Michelle Haigh 39 seconds

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Small claims can involve significant sums for your business. In this video, we discuss monetary limits in Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia, and why understanding the appropriate court matters when planning a recovery strategy.

Precision Paralegal Services helps businesses, insurers, and lenders assess their options, with a focus on practical dispute resolution and managing costs.

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So, small claims isn’t just small dollars anymore. Ontario, it is now a $50,000 limit. Alberta remains at $100,000, and British Columbia is $35,000. These limits decide whether your case is quick and cost-effective or long and expensive. Small claims is faster and less formal, while the higher court means more time and higher fees. So, knowing the limits helps businesses, insurers, and lenders recover smarter. At Precision Paralegal, we help you use jurisdiction strategically to save time and money.

This video provides general information, not legal advice. Available remedies depend on the circumstances.

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