Suing Ex For Debt

Summary

You can sue your ex-husband in Pennsylvania small claims court for debt repayment if you have evidence, such as text messages, showing his agreement to pay. Ensure the claim is within the $12,000 limit. Obtain and complete the complaint form from your local Magisterial District Court, file it, and serve your ex-husband with the complaint. Visit the Magisterial District Court 05-2-18 in McKees Rocks, PA, or their website for forms and further instructions.

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Can I sue to make my ex-husband repay a bill
You may be able to sue your ex-husband in small claims court to repay a bill, depending on the circumstances. Here are a few considerations:
- The bill should be documented.
- Show evidence that your ex-husband agreed to pay it.
- Ensure the claim falls within Pennsylvania's small claims court limits (up to $*,*).
Do you have documentation or evidence of the agreement?
I have text messages
Text messages can serve as evidence in small claims court, provided they clearly show your ex-husband's agreement to repay the bill. Ensure the content includes:
- Acknowledgement of the debt.
- Agreement to pay.
Would you like to know how to file a small claims case in Pennsylvania?
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To file a small claims case in Pennsylvania, follow these steps:
- Complete the complaint form from your local Magisterial District Court.
- File the form and pay the filing fee.
- Serve your ex-husband with the complaint and court notice.
Would you like details on the nearest Magisterial District Court to you?
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Great! Could you please provide your specific location in Pennsylvania so I can give you details on the nearest Magisterial District Court?
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Thank you for providing your ZIP code. The nearest Magisterial District Court to you is:

Magisterial District Court *-*-*


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Chartiers Ave, McKees Rocks, PA *
Website: www.alleghenycourts.us

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Where do I get the complaint form
You can obtain the complaint form from the Magisterial District Court *-*-*. You can visit their office or check their website for downloadable forms.

Magisterial District Court *-*-*


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Chartiers Ave, McKees Rocks, PA *
Website: www.alleghenycourts.us

Would you like more information on how to fill out the form or any other assistance?