What to do about a possible judgement due to a bill incurred by my ex-wife after our divorce?
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What to do about a possible judgement due to a bill incurred by my ex-wife after our divorce?
I recently was sued for medical bills from a local hospital that has been closed down for last 3 years. The total bill is over $4400. I was not in town for the court date and I had requested a breakdown of the medical bills. Well the lawyers office is very shady and sent me a breakdown after they got the judgement. Alas, $600 of the bill is from my daughter for an ER visit 5 years ago. However, the rest is my ex-wife after we were divorced. Lawyers office saying they cannot remove me from judgement. How is this right?
Asked on January 17, 2012 under Bankruptcy Law, New York
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
The law firm can agree to set aside the judgment against you by way of a written stipulation if it wanted to. Given the situation that you are in, you need to file a motion to set aside the default and default judgment against you as soon as possible. The longer you wait to file the motion, the harder it will be for you to have the motion granted.
I suggest that you consult with an attorney that practices consumer law to assist you in the suggested endeavor. From what you have written, your former wife is responsible for the bulk of the $4,400 judgment since it pertains to her post divorce.
You might want to speak with your former wife about making payments on the judgment instead of yourself.
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