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How to defend yourself in a product liability lawsuit
Determine whether you were served properly.
If the plaintiff didn't follow legal procedures to have the complaint delivered, you can have it dismissed for improper service.
Courts have a particular procedure by which the plaintiff must deliver to you a copy of the complaint and summons so you have official notice that you are being sued.

Select from: (a). This article describes how to pay the fine. An employer who served the plaintiff a copy of the complaint and summons prevents the plaintiff from testifying in court and from attempting to bring you to trial.. (b). Generally, the papers must be delivered to you by a person over the age of 18 who is not a party to the lawsuit. The papers also must be delivered either to you in person or to someone who has authority to accept the lawsuit.. (c). The jurisdiction should be pretty specific, so keep in mind that the jurisdiction might differ. However, most jurisdictions allow the plaintiff to receive a copy of the complaint and summons.. (d). Courts also have a specific deadline, usually seven days before your claim. If the plaintiff didn't receive a copy of the complaint and summons, he or she typically doesn't have to deliver copies..
(b).