90-180 Days (12-IX Visa) If you need to stay longer than 90 days you can apply for a 12-IX visa, which is good for an additional 90 days (for a total of 180), but only once in a calendar year.
Small Claims Court. Each district court in the State of Washington contains a âSmall Claimsâ division for the settlement of civil disputes in which damages claimed total less than $5,000. Small Claims Court was established to provide a low-cost, user-friendly alternative to litigation.
Understanding Small Claims Court Small claims court handles cases that involve disputes over money or property, usually below a set financial limit. In California, an individual can collect up to $7,500 in small claims court, while corporations and limited liability companies are still limited to $5,000. Keep in mind that the cost of hiring an attorney and spending time in civil court can quickly exceed such limits.