Ryan P. asked

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I received a court letter from small claims court in Bellflower, California, stating there's a judgment against me for $10,000 plus $170 in fees. This is the first time I've heard about this case, and I was never served any papers. What can I do to address this situation, and should I retain legal counsel?

November 20th, 2024

Timothy B. answered

You should take the following steps to address this situation: 1. Request to see the court file and ...

November 20th, 2024

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