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(pt 7) Service of Process and Legal Documents Quiz

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What is the purpose of a summons?

To outline the defendant's defenses

To dismiss the case for improper reasons

To inform the defendant about the plaintiff's claim (correct)

To finalize the legal action against the defendant

What is a default judgement?

A judgement entered by a court against a defendant who fails to appear in court (correct)

A judgement that dismisses the plaintiff's claim

A judgement entered when the defendant provides new facts

A judgement in favor of the plaintiff without any defense from the defendant

What does a counterclaim involve?

Plaintiff's response to defendant's answer

Plaintiff suing the defendant for damages

Defendant making a claim against the plaintiff in the same lawsuit (correct)

Defendant admitting to plaintiff's claims

What is an affirmative defense?

Raising new facts that may lead to case dismissal Signup and view all the answers

Which document is used to request dismissal of a case for improper reasons?

Motion to dismiss Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a reply?

To respond to defendant's answer Signup and view all the answers

When does a plaintiff usually file a counterclaim?

In response to being sued by the defendant Signup and view all the answers

What does a motion for judgement on the pleadings request?

For immediate case dismissal without further proceedings Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a defendant fails to appear in court?

The court enters a default judgement against the defendant Signup and view all the answers

What is included in a defendant's answer?

Either an admission or denial of plaintiff's claims and outlining defenses Signup and view all the answers