past summons date-now what?

[KAMIAKI1]

What is the name of your state? Washington State
Collection agency served a summons to respond in 20 days. Friend failed to respond. It is now about 35 days! I looked on line for the court date and found no date. What happens to the case? Will he get a notice of any such court date?
I did type him a letter to give to the Collection agency asking to validate the debt. Should a copy be file with the courthouse as well? Or is this letter a simple waste of time now?
Any help would be appreciated!

 

[KAMIAKI1]

There is no court date listed in any of the summons or complaint letters they filed with the courts. Do they normally have a court date for these things? Please help!

 

[Ladynred]

If your friend didn't file an Answer in the time specified, then the Plaintiff will simply file a Motion for Summary Judgment - and win the judgment. Its quite likely your friend already has a judgment against him/her !! Call the courthouse on Monday morning and ask.

Your friend had best watch his/her bank accounts, that's usually the first thing they go after and seize.

 

[KAMIAKI1]

Thank you for your reply! I will have him do that and see what he can find out.