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How do you write an answer for a judgment in small claims court before going to court?
I am not sure I understand your question. Do you mean what do you write when you file for the court? If so write the problem clearly and what happened. DO NOT LIE or EMBELLISH. If the judge catches you in a lie your case is over. Bring all the documents, letters, pictures, estimates, and any thing else to help you win the case.
What else can I help you with?
Will you get arrested if you dont go to small claims court over a bill?
You will not get arrested for not going to small claims court over a bill. However, the court may issue a judgment against you for the amount owed if you do not defend your case.
How can you have a bank account frozen?
You can have a bank account frozen by going to an attorney or before a court of law and receiving a garnishment or judgment. If you receive a judgment, it is not enough, you have to have an order to freeze a bank account.
How do you get a judgment against someone you loaned money to?
In order to procure a judgment against someone for debt, due process has to be followed. Filing a lawsuit in the appropriate venue,(usually Small Claims Court). Obtaining a hearing date, going through the hearing/trial process and being awarded a judgment. Then the judgment has to be enforced which also has specific steps to be followed. Consult court procedures governing lasuits and judgments for your state of residency.
How do you collect a judgment in Massachusetts?
You can't really collect a judgment unless you are going to use a collection service. You can also ask the court for a garnishment. Having a judgment does not mean that is automatically collected.
Can a judgment be settled by going to the courthouse and making a payment?
The laws and procedures on this will vary by state. It also depends on the the stage of the litigation. If there is a judgment against you, some states will let you pay the judgment to the Court and then the Court will forward the money to the judgment creditor. You should contact an attorney in your state or the local court for more information on the rules of procedure related to your question.
Can your wages be garnished before going to court?
No.
What does it mean when it states claim filed with government on your credit report?
It means that a claim has been filed with a court for judgment and they are going to try to collect legally through a court. A judgment just gives them the right to pursue you or file for garnishment.
What are the steps involved in going to court for debt collection?
The steps involved in going to court for debt collection typically include filing a lawsuit, serving the defendant with legal papers, attending a court hearing, presenting evidence, and obtaining a judgment.
You do not have judgment against you your court date is in a couple of months you tried to ask the plaintiff for a settlement but he was unwilling Can you ask for a mediator before your court date?
Mediation is generally voluntary. Some states have rules that require you to mediate a case before going to trial, but settlement is not mandatory at mediation. Laws on mediation vary by state.
What does judgment entered mean on a divorce?
When you are going through the process of divorce, it is not finalized until a judgment is approved and entered by the court. The Entry of Judgment gives you a date of divorce, and means your divorce is final. Even when the divorce is final, you can file for Modification if you meet the legal standards.
Can a person file for bankruptcy to avoid paying small claims court?
Probably, assuming they are actually bankrupt. If they are not actually bankrupt, then the automatic stay will delay the small claims court for a while, but the person who filed for bankruptcy is going to end up in even more hot water with the bankruptcy court.
What are the requirements for traffic court of an expired license?
At least get the license renewed before going to court.
