What happens if a Dismissal or Default Judgment is entered on the case?
The plaintiff has seven (7) days following the hearing date to file a Motion to Set Aside the Dismissal and Reinstate the Cause of Action, is a Dismissal was entered. The defendant has seven (7) days in which to file a Motion to Set Aside a Default Judgment. Either motion must be filed at the Civil/Real Estate Division counter on the 2nd floor of the Madison Center. The forms cost one dollar ($1.00) each. Generally, two weeks after the motion is filed, the Magistrate decides to either grant or deny the motion. The court notifies both parties of the decision. If the motion is granted for Setting Aside the Dismissal or Setting Aside the Default Judgment, a new court date is set. If the motion is denied, you may file an appeal of that decision with the Civil/Real Estate Division.
