Hawaii HB518 prohibits legal representation in small claims court to ensure fairness and accessibility.
Hawaii HB518 aims to make small claims court more equitable and accessible by prohibiting legal representation for all parties. This change is intended to prevent inequitable circumstances that can arise when some individuals can afford legal counsel while others cannot. The bill also aligns Hawaii's small claims court with practices in other states like California, Nebraska, and Idaho. The act takes effect upon approval.
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