Legal Question in Disability Law in California
Housing discrimination and small claims court
I was the victim of housing discrimination. The evidence is clear.
The California housing discrimination laws provide for punitive damages.
Can punitive damages and damages for emotional distress be recovered in small claims court.
Asked on 12/04/08, 2:05 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
George Shers
Law Offices of Georges H. Shers
Re: Housing discrimination and small claims court
Yes, but small claim court judges tend to be very conservative in awarding emotional distress damages. Have you gone to the local fair hosuing department to see if they will handle your complaint without charge? Depending on where you live and what a jury panel is likely to be like [of your same race] then a limited jusrisdiction superior court suit might bring you more money, even after attoreny fees.
Answered on 12/04/08, 3:12 pm
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