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Small claims courts provide a simple, informal and inexpensive option for resolving cases where the claim is $7,000 or less.

Time limits on filing claims Generally, a claim based on a contract or a consumer protection law must be brought within 6 years, and a claim resulting from negligence or intentional harm must be brought within 3 years, but there are exceptions.

To request a continuance regarding your DALA case, you (the party seeking the continuance or "the moving party") should submit a written request (a "motion") at least seven (7) days before the event. You can send your request by mail, fax, or e-mail.

Ask the court for a new court date You can ask a judge to remove the default judgment and schedule another court date. You must give the judge a good reason for missing the court date. You must also have a "legal defense" that might prevent your eviction.

Under CCP § 473(b), the court may set aside a default and default judgment if the defendant asking for the set aside presents enough evidence to the court to demonstrate that the default was entered by inadvertence, mistake, surprise, or excusable neglect.

Steps to Remove a Civil Judgment: Settle the Debt: The first step towards removing a civil judgment is to settle the outstanding debt. Obtain a Satisfaction of Judgment: After settling the debt, request a "Satisfaction of Judgment" or “Paid-up letter” document from the creditor. Apply for Rescission of Judgment:

If a default judgment was made in error, you may have grounds to challenge it and have it vacated, or set aside. You might be able to do this if you never owed the debt or weren't notified of the lawsuit, or if the case was mismanaged. Talk with a legal advisor and respond as soon as you know about the judgment.

History of DOR The mission of the Department of Revenue is to administer the tax laws of the State of Georgia fairly and efficiently in order to promote public confidence and compliance, while providing excellent customer service.

What is the tax levy? The property tax levy is the revenue a community can raise through real and personal property taxes. In Massachusetts, municipal revenues support local spending for schools, public safety and other public services, approved at Town Meeting.