QUESTION
Do I still have to show for a summons on a civil suite for a medical bill if you reach a agreement on payment plan.
Asked on Jul 21st, 2018 on Debtor and Creditor - Tennessee
More details to this question:
Had a medical bill and recently received a summons to appear in court for debt. Called lawyer and setup payment plan, was told wouldn't be penalize if didn't show up but their lawyer would still have to be there.
1 ANSWER
If you trust the lawyer to accurately tell the judge what the agreement is, then you do not need to go. If you do not trust him or not sure, then go to court.
Answered on Jul 23rd, 2018 at 5:46 PM