Responding to a Lawsuit

Have you been served with a lawsuit? Being sued can be one of the most stressful and frustrating experiences in life. Responding to the lawsuit is the first and one of the most important steps in a lawsuit. If you don't file a timely response, the person who sued you can win by default. By filing a response, you are essentially telling the court that you contest the allegations in the Complaint.

It is important to contact an attorney in the Jurisdiction where you were sued as soon as possible. If you were sued in Clark County you typically have (20) Twenty Days to file an Answer or other responsive pleading from the day that you were served. However, failing to do so can lead to a Default Judgment being entered against you by the Court.

It is not uncommon for a potential client to contact our office for legal advice and tell us that they have been sued but also tell us that the lawsuit is “bogus” or in their opinion frivolous, so they do not intend on responding. Once again, failing to respond to a lawsuit can have dire consequences and can lead to wage garnishment, seizure of property, or even a lien being placed against your bank account.

We represent a lot of people who are in your same situation. Contacting our office and scheduling a free consultation is a smart decision. During your consultation we will review the Complaint with you and discuss the allegations as well as your options for responding to the lawsuit.

Contact our office today to schedule a free consultation.

Contact our office at 474-7000 to schedule a free consultation to discuss your rights.