What is the name of your state? Illinois
My mother received an Alias Summons last night from Discover for $8,033.06 plus court costs. This is just one of many owed debts. She went through a really nasty divorce, and the debt grew because of her ex-husbands actions, though this is not provable.
One of the pages included looks like a copy of an old statement. It says, "Internal Charge-Off 3-31-05"
She has been unemployed for a number of years, and has no assets to speak of. I am supporting her. We live in an apartment (her name is on the lease). She has an old Ford Mustang, and a meager bank account in both of our names.
She also has medical problems, which makes it painful and hard for her to walk. Is it somehow possible for me to take her place in court?
Also, with her being unemployed and having no assets, is there some action we can take to stop this judgement from happening?
Finally, on the summons, it says:
"This case will not be heard on the day for appearance specified above. If you have filed your written appearance or answer, you need not appear in person on that day."
What does that mean? Can I just send a letter to someone or something?
I appreciate any advice from anyone...we can't afford an attorney, and I don't know what to do.
Thanks.
My mother received an Alias Summons last night from Discover for $8,033.06 plus court costs. This is just one of many owed debts. She went through a really nasty divorce, and the debt grew because of her ex-husbands actions, though this is not provable.
One of the pages included looks like a copy of an old statement. It says, "Internal Charge-Off 3-31-05"
She has been unemployed for a number of years, and has no assets to speak of. I am supporting her. We live in an apartment (her name is on the lease). She has an old Ford Mustang, and a meager bank account in both of our names.
She also has medical problems, which makes it painful and hard for her to walk. Is it somehow possible for me to take her place in court?
Also, with her being unemployed and having no assets, is there some action we can take to stop this judgement from happening?
Finally, on the summons, it says:
"This case will not be heard on the day for appearance specified above. If you have filed your written appearance or answer, you need not appear in person on that day."
What does that mean? Can I just send a letter to someone or something?
I appreciate any advice from anyone...we can't afford an attorney, and I don't know what to do.
Thanks.