If you are at least 18 years old (or an emancipated minor), asking for $10,000 or less, and within the time frame of the statute of limitations, then you are eligible to file a claim  in small-claims court. To get started, you’ll need the name and address of the person or business you’re suing and details about your claim, including the date it happened, for the necessary complaint forms. Each small-claims court has its own rules to follow and specific forms, so always check with a court clerk for the most up-to-date paperwork and information.