Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Ohio

filing responsed without a attorney

i have been named the defendant in a cival action to collect unpaid medical bills. i am required to answer the complaint but do not know the proper form to file and do not feel the need to go out and hire an attorney. or do i need to file? will there still be a date that i can appear if i dont file a response


Asked on 1/01/02, 11:57 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Frank Rozanc Frank J. Rozanc, Esq.

Re: filing responsed without a attorney

You must file an answer or a default judgment will be taken against you. Examples of forms are available at your local law library.

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Answered on 1/01/02, 2:23 pm
Gregg Manes Gregg A. Manes, Esq.

Re: filing responsed without a attorney

If you do not do anything judgment will be obtained against you. At the very least you have to file a general denial with the court.

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Answered on 1/06/02, 2:31 pm


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