October 1, 2011 has brought some good news to Oregon Small Claims Plaintiff's. The court increases the maximum claim limit from $7,500 to $10,000. We really like this change. It's hard not to surmise that more small claims cases will be filed. Plaintiff's with claims between $7,500 and $10,000 will no longer need to reduce their prayer amount to satisfy limits of Small Claims. I can tell you first hand that many of our Oregon clients are thrilled.
Note that the filing fees have also changed.
Claims up to $1,500 carry a $46.50 filing fee.
Claims of $1,500.01 to $10,000 require an $86.50 filing fee.

Good news for all!