One should never rely on what a Clerk of Court says over the phone. The case technically went into Default. It may be possible to file a Motion...

If the Statute of Limitations has run, then that may be a Defense if they ever do get Service. In GA Practice a case dies automatically after 5...

Generally court costs many not be added unless a lawsuit was filed and costs expended. Scott M. Stevens

If you paid by credit card, you may be able to dispute the charge on your credit card within 60 days of billing. Scott M. Stevens

There is typically a six month Discovery period after the Answer is filed. Parties and witnesses may be deposed during that period. Scott M....

It may be they do not want the collateral. Bring the payments current if you want to keep it. Scott M. Stevens

Maybe. The rent deduction amount, hopefully, is contained in your lease. Scott M. Stevens

While this may depend upon the language in the lease, at first glance it does not seem to be a basis for rescinding the lease in most...

Due to the amount being less than $15,000 you could sue in Magistrate Court. You will need all of your paperwork from the repair and also an...

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It may be possible for you to pay for the repairs and then deduct that from the rent due. Scott M. Stevens