Q: How can a judgment for breach of contract be rendered with no promissory note or contract signed by me?
Is there any way that I can appeal or fight a judgment rendered against me for $13,000 and there is no proof submitted nor is there a promissory note or contract with my signature for work subcontracted by another business? A letter was printed for a trial and court date but was never delivered to my home. I was aware of the initial lawsuit and filed an answer.Due to my absence through no fault of my own this judgment was rendered and now garnishments are being taken out of my paycheck monthly. As a result I have had to file bankruptcy. This is not fair and I need help but cannot afford at this time an attorney and need some pro se assistance please. Louisiana civil law
A: Call/contact the local and state bar association and see if they have contact information for lawyers in your area with whom you might be able to consult on a pro bono basis, or if they can provide the number for legal aid. At this point in time, if you have filed bankruptcy, you may have limited options, however you need to determine what options you have. Good luck.
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