civil case needing to be continued

[vcpirate99]

What is the name of your state TN.

I am pro-se in a civil trial and I didnt read all the language in a motion set forth by the plaintiffs. The case has been calendared since march. The attorney for the plaintiff set the trial for this coming friday. I didnt read the language of the motion as i had a chance to delay the trial if I had wanted to. I actually do need to, as I havent filed my discovery yet, nor did I subpeona my witness(she just had a baby 2 months early and the baby was in an incubator). I called and asked the clerk what I needed to do to prolong the trial date so that I can file the discovery and subpeona my witness. She told me that I could file a letter and have it sent to the plaintiffs attorney. But, what would I need to have to say, or how would I file it? Would I file it as if it were a motion? I dont doubt that I will get the time looking at the circumstances. But a little help would be appreciated about this letter that I need to file first.

[Ohiogal]

Originally Posted by vcpirate99

What is the name of your state TN.

I am pro-se in a civil trial and I didnt read all the language in a motion set forth by the plaintiffs. The case has been calendared since march. The attorney for the plaintiff set the trial for this coming friday. I didnt read the language of the motion as i had a chance to delay the trial if I had wanted to. I actually do need to, as I havent filed my discovery yet, nor did I subpeona my witness(she just had a baby 2 months early and the baby was in an incubator). I called and asked the clerk what I needed to do to prolong the trial date so that I can file the discovery and subpeona my witness. She told me that I could file a letter and have it sent to the plaintiffs attorney. But, what would I need to have to say, or how would I file it? Would I file it as if it were a motion? I dont doubt that I will get the time looking at the circumstances. But a little help would be appreciated about this letter that I need to file first.

YOu need to file a motion for continuance. However don't expect it to be granted as you have done NOTHING since March and you had ample time.