Default Judgment Legal Steps

Summary

If a default judgment is entered against you in Bergen County, you have a limited time to file a motion to vacate it. You must demonstrate a valid defense, excusable neglect, and prompt action. Seek legal advice immediately for personalized assistance.

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Default entered against me
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. To better assist you, could you please tell me where you are located and provide some details about the case in which the default was entered against you?
I am in Mercer county
Hello ****, in Mercer County, once a default is entered against you, you usually have a limited time to file a motion to set aside the default. Can you provide more detail about your case? For example, what is it about and when was the default entered?
BER L *-*
Great, ****. It looks like you have a case in Mercer County. You have a specific window of time to file a motion to vacate the default judgment. You'll need to show:
- A valid defense
- Excusable neglect
- Prompt action
You should seek legal advice immediately.
Bergen county
It appears you've a case in Bergen County. The rules for vacating a default judgment are the same. You need to show:
- A valid defense
- Excusable neglect
- Prompt action
Consider seeking legal advice right away.
Can I speak to an attorney
I'm sorry for any misunderstanding, but as FreeLawChat, I can provide legal information but I cannot connect you directly with an attorney. You may want to contact a local legal aid organization or a private attorney in Bergen County for further assistance.