What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)?
North Carolina
Hi I need some advice, thank you in advance for your time. I rented a car from a well known rental company over 3 years ago. My friend was driving and we had an accident which totaled the car. Now 3 years later a Sheriff is trying to serve me papers and I have not been around to accept them. I am fully liable for the damage to the car. My question is it better to not accept the civil papers and let the case default? I mean will it help me any by the courts believing I knew nothing of the case? Also, in NC don't they have to file a suit within 3 years? Thanks for your advice.
North Carolina
Hi I need some advice, thank you in advance for your time. I rented a car from a well known rental company over 3 years ago. My friend was driving and we had an accident which totaled the car. Now 3 years later a Sheriff is trying to serve me papers and I have not been around to accept them. I am fully liable for the damage to the car. My question is it better to not accept the civil papers and let the case default? I mean will it help me any by the courts believing I knew nothing of the case? Also, in NC don't they have to file a suit within 3 years? Thanks for your advice.