Legal Question in Personal Injury in California
i filed a small claims case in San Diego, but settled with the insurance company.
Is there any legal penelty for me, if I do not show up for the court date?
Asked on 7/30/13, 7:01 pm
4 Answers from Attorneys
Joel Selik
www.SelikLaw.com
You need to file a requiest for dismissal. There is a judicial council form to make it easy.
Answered on 7/30/13, 7:11 pm
Yes, there may be a penalty. The court might issue an order to show cause why you shouldn't be fined for wasting a court date. You should file a dismissal as Mr. Selik suggests.
Answered on 7/31/13, 1:52 pm
Terry A. Nelson
Nelson & Lawless
Yes, you lose the case by default.
Answered on 7/31/13, 4:05 pm
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