

The following is the Court Rule on entering a default.

If a timely formal "Answer to Complaint" is not filed within 35 days, a default can be entered against the defendant. The defendant, through their insurance company, must file an "Answer" within 35 days. Your attorney then will prepare a summons and have the defendants personally served with the Summons and Complaint. It is filed in the Superior Court, Law Division.

If the opposition will not make an adequate offer, then a Complaint and Case Information Statement is prepared by your attorney. When we feel that we have sufficient information to form an opinion as to the financial extent of your damages, we may commence negotiations with the opposition for a settlement. First, your Attorney must complete the investigation and research the possible causes of action. Procedurally, the following events occur in most civil cases. We provide representation throughout New Jersey. Our office represents Companies, insurance companies and people involved in civil lawsuits where the amount in controversy is over $15,000.
