Authorizes justice courts to handle commercial claims involving personal, family, or household transactions.

This bill amends the Uniform Justice Court Act to allow justice courts to exercise jurisdiction over commercial claims between a claimant and a natural person, where the transaction is primarily for personal, family, or household purposes. It defines commercial claims, establishes parts for their determination, and outlines procedures for commencing actions, including filing fees and notice requirements. The bill also details informal and simplified procedures, limits on counterclaims, and enforcement of judgments.

Authorizes justice courts to handle commercial claims involving personal, family, or household transactions.

This bill amends the Uniform Justice Court Act to allow justice courts to exercise jurisdiction over commercial claims between a claimant and a natural person, where the transaction is primarily for personal, family, or household purposes. It defines commercial claims, establishes parts for their determination, and outlines procedures for commencing actions, including filing fees and notice requirements. The bill also details informal and simplified procedures, limits on counterclaims, and enforcement of judgments.