How do I get a default judgment in California?
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How do I get a default judgment in California?
Requirements Before You Can Enter a Default:(1) Defendant must be served with Summons and Complaint. (2) The time for responding to the Summons and Complaint must have passed. (3) Defendant must have failed to file a responsive pleading to the Complaint. (4) Defendant must be served with a Statement of Damages.
What happens if you get a default Judgement?
What happens once default judgment is given? Once a default judgment is obtained, a party can commence enforcement action against you – this can include the sheriff seizing your personal property, bankruptcy or obtaining an order to sell your house.
What is excusable neglect example?
Excusable neglect is a term associated with proceedings, notably in bankruptcy cases, that includes inadvertence, mistake, carelessness, or any intervening circumstances beyond a party’s control. A court has the direction to allow a party to file a motion after the deadline if it finds excusable neglect.
