When can you bring an action in small claims court?
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When can you bring an action in small claims court?
I have a written agreement that a loan is to be repaid within 2 years. There are still 9 months left but the person has stopped paying for months. Do I have to wait until the 2 years are up or can I take them to small claims court now?
Asked on November 13, 2011 under Bankruptcy Law, Oregon
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If the person who owes you money is supposed to make monthly payment to you and the monthly payments have stopped, you need to send a written demand letter to him or her with a payment date.
If the payment date comes and goes, then you can deem that a breach of the agreement has happened and can bring an action in small claims court if you desire.
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