[header] How to file a small claims lawsuit in florida [title] Gather your evidence. [step] You will need to be able to state exactly how much money is owed and why it is owed. For this reason, you will want to gather your evidence together prior to beginning your case. 
Your evidence may include : [substeps] A copy of an iou or other signed contract an estimate or bill for the repair of damages records and bills for medical treatment [title] Be aware of the monetary limit. [step] In florida, the small claims court limit is $5 , 000 plus court costs.