Hopeforhelp Posted March 30, 2007 Report Share Posted March 30, 2007 I rec'd a Summons for a bill that is not mine. Details- Summons is for Small Claims Court- My residence is MI- Sheriff's officer tried to serve me summons at my mother's house (I live next door on adjacent property, but my own legal address).- Officer left his business card stating "(My name) we have papers for you"; (I kept this card)- I went to Law Enforcement Center to pick up summons which showed my name, but my mother's address.- I told them was not mine; they told me I had to appear in court anyways and would put a "sticky note" on the summons.- Being sued from Nursing Home Facility ($671) for non-payment of a week's stay (by my father). - This is not my bill; belongs to my mother as surviving spouse.- I signed nothing with the nursing home; I was only listed as a contact in case of emergency.- Consulted with atty who told me I "had better appear" or the bill would become mine; also said I could try "calling" the nursing home.Questions- Is there anyway I can delay this long enough to find a competent atty? (Court date is 4/3)- Isn't this a confidentiality issue (amongst other things)?- Would it be likely if I fought this I would win enough $$$ to pay for my atty and my mom's bill? I will also have to take time off work, etc. during our month-end deadlines (bad timing).I am already helping to support my Mom and she cannot afford. I am willing to make some sacrifices to help her. Also, there is a point to be made. Thank you in advance for any assistance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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