Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in Texas

I was in a three car accident and not insured on the vehicle I was driving. The vehicle stalled as I was exiting and a car hit me and another car hit him. One of the drivers filed a judgement on me for 15,000.00 and the judge granted it because I didnt show up for court. I was never served papers. Is this legal?


Asked on 11/03/11, 9:35 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Mark Dunn Mark D. Dunn

Go look at the court's file. There will probably be a "return of service" showing that you WERE served (even though you know you weren't).

If it's been less than 30 days since the judgment was granted, you can file a notice of appeal.

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Answered on 11/04/11, 4:06 pm


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