Legal Question in Personal Injury in Florida

writing answer to a summons

can I just answer the questions in lay person speech or does it have to be legal jargon.


Asked on 12/20/07, 3:28 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Alan Wagner Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore P.A.

Re: writing answer to a summons

simple straightforward every day english is just fine.

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Answered on 12/20/07, 10:35 pm
Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: writing answer to a summons

NOTE: This communication is not intended as and should not be interpreted as legal advice. Rather, it is intended solely as a general discussion of legal principles. You should not rely on or take action based on this communication without first presenting ALL relevant details to a competent attorney in your jurisdiction and then receiving the attorney's individualized advice for you. By reading the "Response" to your question or comment, you agree that the opinion expressed is not intended to, nor does it, create any attorney-client relationship, nor does it constitute legal advice to any person reviewing such information, nor will it be considered an attorney-client privileged communication. If you do not agree, then stop right here, and do not read any further.

Simple English is fine. There is no need for legal jargon as you phrase it.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 12/20/07, 11:59 pm


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