The Massachusetts Statement of Small Claim and Notice of Trial is a document used to notify the defendant of the claim they are being sued for. This document is typically used in small claims cases, such as those seeking monetary damages. It is issued by the court and includes the details of the case, including the amount of money being sought, the court date and the location of the trial. The Massachusetts Statement of Small Claim and Notice of Trial comes in two different forms: 1) Summons and Complaint: This form is used when the plaintiff (the individual bringing the claim against the defendant) is seeking monetary damages and the defendant must appear in court for the hearing. 2) Complaint Only: This form is used when the plaintiff is seeking monetary damages, but the defendant does not need to appear in court for the hearing. The Massachusetts Statement of Small Claim and Notice of Trial must be served to the defendant as soon as possible in order for the case to move forward.