Hello, I am served legal papers

I think you came to the right place... I know there are people on here who know stuff about law, and possibly lawyers who can help you. There has to be access to pro bono lawyers (is that the right term?), somewhere in your area. I don't know why you are getting jacked around, but you'll find help. All I have are words of support.....

Definately we want to help and support you. But in order to do that, we need more information. What kind of debt is it--how much was the original debt and how much do they say you now owe?

kscornell is correct.Myself and the other ones here need information about this debt/lawsuit.Who is suing you?What lawyer is representing the company suing you? What was the date of last payment?How is it reporting on credit report with original creditor and collector?Give us the info and we will try to point you in the correct direction.

hiya gto--

give us some more info, and we will be glad to help. Above all, do not panic, because you have more options available than you probably realize.

Yes, more info is needed. Generally, the court clerks aren't allowed to offer any advice as to how to answer a summons, etc. or anything which might be legal advice.

LawStudent..I actually found the Clerk of Courts very helpful in that regard. No, she did not give me legal advice but she did tell me what I could (and could not) do with respect to answering a summons. A recent summons I had was rather vague about responding in writing. It stated that while I could respond, a written response was not necessary but what WAS necessary was that I appear. The Clerk of Courts told me if she was me, she would do a written response ANYWAY. Even if it was tossed out, it was better to have something in writing BEFORE your mediation or trial date. Sometimes what your response has to say can change the course of what happens. Having been through the "drill" now, I would never NOT respond in writing to a summons, even if it says you are not required to do so. Do it anyway! It can't hurt.

That was good advice, I'd write a response anyway.

If they are asking for an amount you know is excessive, seek a lawyer (not bankruptcy lawyer) who knows the fdcpa. There is possibly a violation. And they may not even have the documentation to show the amount owed. Once you answer the lawsuit, you can ask them in writing to produce the documents you seek. If they cannot provide evidence of the debt, then you can win on a motion for no evidence summary judgment.

Guest is right. Were you provided with a copy of the complaint? They must show actionable cause. If they can't produce any documents, file a motion to dismiss at the very least.

Please stay calm. I'm in PA and I just got back from a few days off.

Give us some info. I will be looking up the link to the attorney I used on my suit here. He's in Philadelphia.

I will email the link to you later this evening as we're bracing for one of those famous pocono thunder boomers.

There is hope and he will answer the summons for you. All you will have to do is tell him your story. He handled everything of mine by email and phone.

Until later. Keep a smile on your face and think positive. You came to the right place.

I was served legal papers stating I needed to respond by 30 days or the courts would start garnishing my wages...the amount is over 5,000.00 and the lawyer firm would not give me any details or paperwork on the issue...can anyone help me?

THERE WRONG!!!!!!In the state of PA your wages cannot be garnished!!!!Hold on to that letter also because there making a threat that cannot be done in your state.

Did you say you were in PA? If not, what state are you in and what kind of debt is it--and who is the creditor?

What is the written response that must be filed after being summoned and served with legal papers in Los Angeles County? Is there a specific form that must be completed? and if so what is the name or form number and how is it obtained?