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What happens if the defendant wins do they win their counter claim?
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In a small claims court if the defendant wins then can the defendant claim costs for their fees that they have paid out?
as much as they like i think In the UK they can claim all expenses, the court may also award damages as compensation in some cases.
What happens if the defendant wins a civil case?
The loser pays for both sides' legal expenses.
In small claims what if the defendant is a no show?
If the defendant does not show up in small claims court, the judge may enter a default judgment in favor of the plaintiff. This means that the plaintiff wins the case by default since the defendant did not appear to defend themselves. The plaintiff may then be awarded the relief requested in their claim.
What does judgment for defendant mean?
"Judgment for Defendant" means that the defendant wins the case. In a criminal case, a judgment for defendant would be a "not guilty" verdict (usually). In a civil case, it would usually mean that the defendant does not have to pay money to the person who sued him or her (known as the "plaintiff").
What is fee shifting?
a rule that allows a plaintiff to recover costs from the defendant if the plaintiff wins.
Who wins in a dismissed with prejudice case?
No one 'wins,' but what it means is that the defendant can not be re-charged for the same offense.Without prejudice means that the state can bring the same charge again.
Who wins when case is dismissed with prejudice at defendants cost?
If a case is dismissed with prejudice at the defendant's cost, it means that the plaintiff wins the case. The dismissal with prejudice means that the plaintiff cannot bring the case again, and the fact that it is at the defendant's cost indicates that the defendant is responsible for covering any expenses related to the case.
What happens if you don't appear in a civil suit court case?
The plaintiff wins the case by default and a judgment is entered against the defendant. A civil lawsuit summons is not a court order per se and therefore the defendant is not obligated to appear. An order of appearance from the court, interrogatories, depositions, discovery motions and so forth are different matters and the person(s) named should always respond. Legal counsel is always advisable in such matters.
Can illegal immigrants buy lottery tickets what happens if one wins?
It depends on which state you buy it from. for example if you buy it form New York, you can claim your prizes, even if you are illegal immigrant.
If a person wins a claim against you in small claims but simply pockets the money without actually using it for the broken object ... can you counter sue for the money back?
A very basic answer is - NO. The money would normally be awarded as 'compensation' and can therefore be used for anything.
Which usually happens when a person wins a case in the Court of Federal Claims L?
the person is paid an amount to settle the clam.
When Judge Judy awards monies do they actually get paid the amount due?
actually when you go on Judge Judy both the defendant and the plaintiff get money from judge judy just to be on the show then when somebody wins ,ex: plaintiff wins the case, the defendant has to give over his money that he got from judge judy. Basically judge pays for all of the winners
