Full question:
When you are summoned and required to answer the complaint is there another document to file or can you duplicate the plaintiff's with your reasons in the same format?
- Category: Courts
- Subcategory: Pleadings
- Date:
- State: South Carolina
Answer:
In the answer, the defendant tells his side of the story. He is supposed to admit facts that are true and deny allegations that are not true.; This answer must be filed with the court within a certain period of time. Failure to file an answer can result in a default judgment against the defendant.; This is a judgment for failure to defend that is entered against the defendant just like there had been a trial.
The defendant can file a counterclaim against the plaintiff as part of his answer. The effect of the counterclaim is that the defendant is suing the plaintiff in the same action. The plaintiff must file an answer to the counterclaim or a default judgment will be taken against him.
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