Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Maine
Small Claims Proceedings
I am owed some money and it's been almost a year since it was promised to me. Can I charge interest and personal direst on this also?
Asked on 5/22/08, 2:39 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Jerome Gamache
Ainsworth Thelin & Raftice, P.A.
Re: Small Claims Proceedings
Generally, unless you had a written agreement that interest would be included, the only interest recoverable should be statutory interest, accruing after you initiate suit in court or serve a proper notice of claim. Personal distress would not be recoverable. If you prevail in court, you should be able to recover your filing fees and service costs.
Answered on 5/22/08, 3:20 pm