Q: I got served for a lawsuit about a car of mine that got repossed two years ago? What are the next steps I have to take?
A: Is this a small claims case? If so, appear at the pretrial conference as indicated in your notice. If it's not small claims, file an answer with the clerk of court, as indicated in the summons you received.
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A: The Summons you received will provide you with instructions on what are the next steps you should take. If this is a county court case ($5,000-$15,000) or circuit court case (above $15,000.00) you have to file a Response to the Complaint within 20 days and serve the same on the Plaintiff's attorney and file a copy of it with the Clerk of Court. If it is a small claims action (under $5,000.00) there should be a date for you to appear in Court--on said date you will attend a mediation to see if the matter can be settled--if not you will receive a trial date from the Judge.
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