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FL Can I get default judgement stemming from accident entered 3 years ago vacated, license suspended now til satisfied-HELP

Asked by a user in Orlando, FL - over 3 years ago.

You need to find out how the judge entered a default and final judgment despite what appears to be fatal defect in the service of process. These facts will provide the basis of your attack on the judgment. Initially, consider filing a motion under Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.540. Specifically, Rule 1.540(b) provides relief from a final judgment entered by way judicial mistakes, newly discovered evidence, misconduct by the adversary, or fraud on the Court. A motion for relief based...