Full question:
I have been served to appear in court for the purpose of paying a disputed amount of money to a creditor. I have documents that are requiring a motion or answer.
- Category: Civil Actions
- Subcategory: Summons
- Date:
- State: Oregon
Answer:
It's crucial to respond properly after receiving a summons to prevent a default judgment against you. A default judgment can occur if you fail to take necessary actions within the required time frame, such as not filing a response or not defending yourself in the case. If you do not respond to the allegations in the complaint, they may be considered admitted, which could lead to a default judgment.
An answer is your official response to the claims made against you. In your answer, you should admit or deny each allegation, or state that you cannot admit or deny due to lack of knowledge. You can also raise defenses or include a counterclaim. Be sure to attach a certificate of service to show that you provided a copy of your response to the other party.
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