I am posting again, this time a little more detailed. I am doing this to see if I can receive more advice. And also to avoid being merged anyways.
So here goes:
I am being sued for a debt that I inquired over a year ago as the dentist's office. Now, I have a few questions, but I thought it would be helpful to include my 20-day summons in full, so that I may get as much assistance as possible. Then I will bullet list my questions. Thanks in advance!
P.S. I am supposed to reply within twenty days of 10-26-09 in writing.
I
The claim herein has been assigned to plaintiff for collection. A copy of said assignment is attached hereto, marked Exhibit A and incorporated herein by these references.
II
Plaintiff is a Washington limited liability company in good standing, is duly licensed and has satisfied the bonding requirements of the State of Washington.
III
Defendant(s) reside as 1234 Loopy Loop, Somewhere, Heaven 34575 and are subject to the jurisdiction of this Court.
IV
Defendant(s) are husband and wife and constitute a community under the laws of the State of Washington. All acts are performed by either were performed individually and for an on behalf of the marital community.
V
Defendants became indebted to Dental Center from March 7, 2008, for goods and/or services upon which there is a balance due of Five Hundred Thirty-Three and 62/100 Dollars, ($533.91) plus interest of Fifty-Six and 35/100 Dollars ($56.35) as of October 20, 2009, which has been demanded without avail.
WHEREFORE, plaintiff prays for judgment against Defendants, Cherish Blank and John Doe, as follows:
A. For the principal sum of Five Hundred Thirty-Three and 62/100 Dollars, ($533.91) plus interest of Fifty-Six and 35/100 Dollars ($56.35).
B. For plaintiff's attorney statutory fees of $200.00 as the prevailing party pursuant to RCW 4.84.080 in the event that defendant does not contest this matter and a greater amount in the discretion of the court if the matter is contested;
C. For statutory court costs in an amount of not less than $125.00; and
D. For the pre-judgment interest at the rate of 12% per annum from the date of dishonor.
E. For the interest on the judgment herein at the rate of 12% per annum from date of entry of judgment until paid in full.
F. For such other and further relief as the Court deems just and equitable.
My questions:
1. Can they really ask for that much money??
2. Can I be sued for a medical debt in Washington?
3. The whole section IV is incorrect, I have never been married. I was however, on my ex boyfriend's insurance at the time and that is the only reason they even know his name. I called after the first bill appeared I called and had them remove his name from my account as they'd never had permission to put it there in the first place. How can they sue him too? His name isn't even ON the summons, but is on the "Account Assignment" (misspelled).
4. When it was served, it wasn't to me directly. Is okay?
5. I have to reply really soon and I have no clue how to go about this. I need help. Please.
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