New York, NY asked in Consumer Law and Collections for New York

Q: filed motion for relief of default judgment on grounds of improper venue. 30 days later no ruling. do i need a hearing?

the plaintiff has not opposed the motion so far. Junk debt buyer. original contract has PA as the designated venue for litigation.

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Jack Mevorach
Jack Mevorach
Answered
  • Cedarhurst, NY
  • Licensed in New York

A: Sounds like it belongs in Pennsylvania.

Jack

Barry W. Kaufman
Barry W. Kaufman
Answered
  • Consumer Law Lawyer
  • Jacksonville, FL

A: Yes you need a hearing. One side thinks the venue is required to be in Pa., one side thinks it is not required to be in Pa.

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