Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Rhode Island

small claims, we defaulted, what are our rights

a small claims suit was filed against us for 1500.00 we recieved the court papers with a trial date, didnt realize we had to respond... the court and the plaintiff lawyer said we defaulted and had to pay the full amount by 4/26/01. we dont have the full amout to pay and offed to settle they declined. do we have any rights to either make payments to the plaintiff, is there any thing we can do ???

Please help if you can or tell me who or where to go next

thank you


Asked on 4/19/01, 5:23 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert S. Bruzzi Law Offices of Robert S. Bruzzi

Re: small claims, we defaulted, what are our rights

Hi, I need more information to assist you. How much did you offer? Why do you think your offer was rejected? My answer also depends upon what assets you have that are readily attachable by the other side.

Feel free to call me to discuss some ideas at 351.8900 or email me at [email protected]

Bob

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Answered on 6/12/01, 7:18 pm


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