LaPlume v. Lavallee

¶ 1. Appellant John LaPlume appeals the superior court’s dismissal of his small claims case, wherein he sought money damages for various personal belongings allegedly retained by appellee Rachelle Lavallee following the demise of their relationship. The superior court determined that family court was the appropriate forum to address his claims and dismissed LaPlume’s complaint. We reverse and remand. '

¶ 2. In July 2002, LaPlume stipulated to entry of a relief from abuse Order against him in Chittenden County Family Court, following a hearing on Lavallee’s complaint for relief. The parties…