Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Florida

one person owes another a certain sum of money; dispute of amount even though no verbal or written agreement. Person got a lawyer and the lawyer sent a certified letter stating that person needs to pay this alleged debt. What are the other person's recourse?


Asked on 10/28/09, 4:11 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Alan Wagner Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore P.A.

1. Pay.

2. Don't pay and defend the lawsuit of one is filed.

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Answered on 11/02/09, 4:29 pm
Sarah Grosse Sarah Grosse, Esquire

Agree with Mr. Wagner. Either pay the money or defend the subsequent lawsuit.

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Answered on 11/02/09, 4:39 pm
Lesly Longa Longa Law P.A.

If you do not pay, the other person may file a lawsuit against you in a court of competent jurisdiction. A judge will then have to decide whether you owe the amount in question.

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Answered on 11/02/09, 10:01 pm


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