[header] How to file a motion for default judgment [title] Identify the grounds for filing a default motion. [step] Generally, you can get a default judgment if the defendant does not respond to your lawsuit. However, there are other situations in which you can request a default judgment.
[header] How to file a motion for default judgment [title] Identify the grounds for filing a default motion. [step] Generally, you can get a default judgment if the defendant does not respond to your lawsuit. However, there are other situations in which you can request a default judgment.
For example, a contractor who participates in construction is entitled to default judgment because he failed to follow manufacturer's plans. [substeps] Identify all of the elements that must be included in your proposed agreement. For example, you can use the following factors : [substeps] Level of damages. Punitive damages are amounts of money owed to the defendant. You should read your court's rules of civil procedure in order to identify all of the reasons you can bring a motion for default judgment. For example, you can get a default for the following : [substeps] The defendant never entered an appearance in your lawsuit. Common grounds include : [substeps] The defendant has not filed a responsive response, which will reduce the amount of the damages you are claiming. The defendant has not made a timely motion, which will allow you to refile a lawsuit by default.