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How do I answer a class action suit?

Asked on Feb 23rd, 2014 on Bankruptcy - Missouri
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I have been named defendant in a complaint filed in court by the lawyers of a credit card company for non payment of bill. I have been summoned to submit an answer to this complaint.
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Debt Collection Attorney serving Chicago, IL
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This is not something that can be answered in the abstract. You need legal advice from someone who handles such cases. Important considerations are whether the lawsuit is by the original creditor or a debt buyer, the amount sought, and whether you have a defense.
Answered on Feb 26th, 2014 at 7:13 PM

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Are you sure you are not a plaintiff?
Answered on Feb 26th, 2014 at 7:03 PM

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I suspect you have been sued on a simple collection for non-payment, not a class action. If is rare that such a complaint is verified, that is the plaintiff states under penalty of perjury that the facts are true. In that event, you can file a general denial. Google it and fill out the PDF. You will have to pay a filing fee for the answer.
Answered on Feb 25th, 2014 at 8:13 PM

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Creditor's Rights Attorney serving Clayton, MO at Fluhr & Moore, LLC
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You must admit or deny each allegation in each paragraph of the complaint, sign the answer and file the original in court and send a copy to the attorney for the plaintiff. Wise to keep a copy for yourself and proof as to when it was sent and filed with the court.
Answered on Feb 25th, 2014 at 8:05 PM

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