Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in New York

I would like to know what a compliance conference is concerning a judgement.What happens if I dont go?I am being sued for my mothers nursing bills from her nursing home.Medicare only paid 80& and I signed her admissions forms not realizing it stated I was responsible.I am retired .I am representing myself as I cant afford a lawyer and dont qualify for legal help.Thank you for your help

I reside in NY,Suffolk county.My mother is in a nursing home and was on medicare,which only pays 80% of her bills.They are trying to get a judgement against me because i signed her admission forms not realizing it stated I would be responsible for money she owes.I am retired and cant afford a lawyer but dont qualify for legal aid.I went to court once and have been representing myself.They sent me a letter that I didnt have to sign for.For a court date for a compliance conference.What exactly is that?and what would happen if I just dont show up.Can I get adjournment on this?Thank you for your help.


Asked on 4/02/12, 2:45 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

A compliance conference is held to verify everything that the Pre trial order stated has been complied with. If you fail to appear, the judge could strike your answer and grant a default judgment against you. You can try to adjourn by calling the attorney for the other side or writing to the judge.

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Answered on 4/02/12, 2:54 pm


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