Post trial
The trial last Wednesday took some unexpected turns.
As I anticipated, the main point of contention was the amount of money. However, I never received his trial statement beforehand, and when I finally got a copy at the trial, it specified an amount less than 1/5th of what we claimed. He also presented some receipts and other evidence that looked fishy.
One of my big fears going in was that I wouldn't be able to keep my cool when face to face with the defendant, and I'd go off on him about his evasions and general weaseling. To my surprise, it was certain other people on my side who took it personally instead of making it business.
I've filed for another trial date in June. Now that we've seen his other trial statement, we're prepared and know how much to ask for and how.
As I anticipated, the main point of contention was the amount of money. However, I never received his trial statement beforehand, and when I finally got a copy at the trial, it specified an amount less than 1/5th of what we claimed. He also presented some receipts and other evidence that looked fishy.
One of my big fears going in was that I wouldn't be able to keep my cool when face to face with the defendant, and I'd go off on him about his evasions and general weaseling. To my surprise, it was certain other people on my side who took it personally instead of making it business.
I've filed for another trial date in June. Now that we've seen his other trial statement, we're prepared and know how much to ask for and how.