Small claims court after eviction

[Brian Johnson]

Once I got them evicted I noticed they did all sorts of damage.  Should I take them to court? i don't really expect to ever see my money.  I kind of worry that they may even try to do more damage to the property late at night while another tenant has moved in.

Also when I do get the court rule.  What is best way to keep the pressure on them to increase possibility of payment?

[Brian Johnson]

yes the collection agency is what I was thinking about.   Do I not have to go thru small claims first?