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This form is a judgment by default. This form is used to issue a judgment in favor of plaintiff against the defendant pursuant to Fed. R. Bankr. P. 7055.
Take it seriously! Look into your options, whether it's to respond, appeal, or consult with a lawyer to navigate your next steps.
Yep, in Washington, the time limit to collect a judgment is generally 10 years, but you can renew it for another 10 years if needed.
Once it's entered, the winning party can start collection actions, like garnishing wages or seizing property, to satisfy the judgment.
Yes, you can appeal, but it's a tricky road. You'll need to show that you had a valid reason for not responding in time.
If you missed the deadline, a Judgment by Default might be entered against you. You could possibly ask the court to set it aside, but you need a good reason.
You usually have 20 to 30 days to respond, depending on the type of case. It's best to check the rules to be on the safe side.
A Judgment by Default happens when someone doesn't respond to a lawsuit, so the court automatically rules in favor of the other party.