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Debt Collection and Appearing at Trial

Hello....My question is:

There is a court trial set for Aug. 22 but I cannot attend due to a broken foot and want to have it moved. I am doing a motion to continue it per the judge advising same but if, for some reason, it does not get granted, what happens if I don't appear on Aug. 22?

Thank you very much for your time and help in the above.


Asked on 7/22/07, 4:39 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

Re: Debt Collection and Appearing at Trial

Make sure to attach a declaration signed under penalty of perjury from your treating physician as to your immobility. Typically, if you don't show up and the case is not continued, the court will hear the plaintiff's evidence and decide whether to enter judgment.

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Answered on 7/22/07, 5:02 pm
Jonathan Stein Law Offices of Jonathan G. Stein

Re: Debt Collection and Appearing at Trial

Get a note from your doctor, a declaration or your chart records. I cant imagine a judge not continuing it for this reason, but if the judge does not and you do not show up, the plaintiff would put on their case without you.

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Answered on 7/22/07, 8:34 pm


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