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[CA] [CA] I am being sued by a company I had a contract with and have received a summons. How do I file a response?

I am being sued by a company I had a contract with and have received a summons. I need help finding someone affordable to help me.

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Here is the list of steps to take:

  1. Contact the Clerk of Court where your case is filed — ask for the PLD-050 General Denial form.
  2. File your Response before the deadline listed on your summons.
  3. Serve a copy of your Response on the plaintiff’s attorney.
  4. Call the attorney listed on the summons to see if they’ll accept a payment plan or settlement.
  5. Keep all documents and proof of filing for your records.

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I am being sued by a company I had a contract with and have received a summons. I need help finding someone affordable to help me.

Lexi

Lexi, Chatbot

I’m sorry to hear about the situation you’re facing. Have you already responded to the summons you received?

No.

Lexi

Lexi, Chatbot

Can you provide more details about the contract you had with the company suing you?

It was a loan I was given, and I didn’t pay it back. They’re seeking $6,815 from me.

Lexi

Lexi, Chatbot

Is there anything else the lawyer should know before I connect you?

Yes.

Jessica B

Jessica B

Thank you for choosing AskALawyer! My name is Jessica, and I’m a licensed attorney who will be assisting you with your question.

I’m so sorry you’re being sued. Have you tried contacting them to negotiate a repayment schedule?

No, I haven’t. Should I?

Jessica B

Jessica B

Yes, if you want to try to avoid going to court.

You’ll also need to file a Response to the lawsuit.

How do I contact them and file a response?

Jessica B

Jessica B

Here is the list of steps to take:

  1. Contact the Clerk of Court where your case is filed — ask for the PLD-050 General Denial form.
  2. File your Response before the deadline listed on your summons.
  3. Serve a copy of your Response on the plaintiff’s attorney.
  4. Call the attorney listed on the summons to see if they’ll accept a payment plan or settlement.
  5. Keep all documents and proof of filing for your records.

Okay, I’ll get on that immediately.

Jessica B

Jessica B

29,480 satisfied customers

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