Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Texas

papers served

I was served papers in April 08 for debt collection on a car that had been reposessed. My husband left and took the car and neglected to make the payments. My question is: How long is the reasonable time before they set a court date and request judgement? and Is there a time after which they can no longer pursue the suit?


Asked on 1/29/09, 11:12 am

4 Answers from Attorneys

Donald McLeaish McLeaish&Associates;, P.C.

Re: papers served

File an answer..in your own handwriting or get an attorney...and name your ex or husband as debtor who owes the money...otherwise only you will have ajudgment against you..assuming you know where H is..

Read more
Answered on 1/29/09, 11:25 am
Donald McLeaish McLeaish&Associates;, P.C.

Re: papers served

File an answer..in your own handwriting or get an attorney...and name your ex or husband as debtor who owes the money...otherwise only you will have ajudgment against you..assuming you know where H is..

Read more
Answered on 1/29/09, 11:25 am
Donald McLeaish McLeaish&Associates;, P.C.

Re: papers served

File an answer..in your own handwriting or get an attorney...and name your ex or husband as debtor who owes the money...otherwise only you will have ajudgment against you..assuming you know where H is..

Read more
Answered on 1/29/09, 11:25 am
James Grissom Law Office of James P. Grissom

Re: papers served

You don't mention it, but there may already be a judgment against you. If you did not file an answer with the clerk, they may have taken a judgment for your failure to respond. Better check the court's file. Good Luck.

Read more
Answered on 1/29/09, 11:37 am


Related Questions & Answers

More Credit, Debt and Collections Law questions and answers in Texas