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Mastriani Law Firm Review
Mastriani Law Firm represents debt collectors in lawsuits; respond to any Mastriani lawsuit on time with an Answer and demand debt validation.
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How to File a Civil Answer With the Duval Clerk of Courts
In Florida, you must file an answer within 20 days of being served a lawsuit. This prevents the court from entering a default judgment against you.
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How to Fight a Motion for Relief From Automatic Stay
Fight a Motion for Relief From Automatic Stay by responding within 14 days with procedural objections or substantive Bankruptcy Code defenses.
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What Happens If a Process Server Can't Serve You?
If a process server can't serve you, the plaintiff can request substituted service (mailing, posting) or service by publication. You can't avoid the lawsuit.
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What Is a Consent Judgment?
A consent judgment is a court order based on an agreement between parties; it ends the lawsuit but creates an enforceable judgment for the debt.
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How to File a Civil Answer in Kings County Supreme Court
File a civil answer in Kings County Supreme Court within 20-30 days via NYSCEF e-filing, mail, or in person. Copy the plaintiff and pay the fee.
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What Happens If You Avoid Getting Served Court Papers?
If you avoid getting served court papers, it can delay the service of process which could ultimately lead to a default judgment against you.
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How to Use the Doctrine of Unclean Hands
The Doctrine of Unclean Hands is an affirmative defense arguing the plaintiff acted unethically related to the dispute and shouldn't receive equitable relief.
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What Is a Warrant in Debt?
A Warrant in Debt is a Virginia civil court document used to start a debt collection lawsuit; despite the name, it's not a criminal warrant.
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What Happens If a Defendant Does Not Pay a Judgment?
If a defendant doesn't pay a judgment, the creditor can garnish wages, levy bank accounts, place liens on property, or seize non-exempt assets.
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What is a Certificate of Judgment in Ohio?
A Certificate of Judgment in Ohio is a court-issued document confirming a judgment, allowing the creditor to record liens and enforce collection statewide.
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Why Being Judgment Proof Is Not a Defense to a Lawsuit
Being judgment proof isn't a legal defense; it just means collectors can't recover from you. You still need to file an Answer to avoid default judgment.