Does a complaint in federal court need to be verified?
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Does a complaint in federal court need to be verified?
(a) Signature. Every pleading, written motion, and other paper must be signed by at least one attorney of record in the attorney’s name—or by a party personally if the party is unrepresented. Unless a rule or statute specifically states otherwise, a pleading need not be verified or accompanied by an affidavit.
How long do you have to serve a complaint in federal court?
90 days
Why would a defendant waive service?
The defendant does receive a benefit for waiving service: he or she is given 60 days, rather than 20 days given under normal rules, to serve his or her answer. Therefore, the defendant would have extra time to prepare the response to the plaintiff’s complaint.
What happens if you fail to answer a complaint?
An incorrect response or a failure to respond to a complaint can have serious consequences, such as the waiver of your rights or a judgment against you. If the defendant requests that it do so, the court may dismiss such complaints. When a complaint is dismissed, the lawsuit is over.
