QUESTION
Does a civil lawsuit have any weight if you are being sued and your correct legal name is not listed on the complaint?
Asked on Jan 28th, 2014 on Litigation - Washington
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I answered the complaint. However, I am wondering if I should continue. If a judgment is filed against that name, is there any legal recourse from the opposing team considering they filed a lawsuit against my nickname? Thank you.
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It does not really matter that they did not use your legal name because it is clear who they are suing. Any judgment against your nickname will be effective against you.
Answered on Feb 05th, 2014 at 7:13 AM
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No, such a technicality is overlooked. You know that it was directed to you, and that's enough.
Answered on Jan 30th, 2014 at 2:47 PM
Also date of birth and social.
Answered on Jan 30th, 2014 at 2:47 PM
James Edward Smith
Yes, name can always be amended
Answered on Jan 30th, 2014 at 2:47 PM
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If you know it is you and the plaintiff knows it is you, the court will treat you as the person who must pay regardless of either a typo or a ministerial mistake. Your best bet is to bring the mistake to the attention of the other party and the court.
Answered on Jan 30th, 2014 at 2:46 PM
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The lawsuit is still valid.
Answered on Jan 30th, 2014 at 2:46 PM
Edwin K. Niles
I don't see that it has any significance. You are who you are, no matter what name you use.
Answered on Jan 30th, 2014 at 2:46 PM