Summons

A summons is a legal document that accompanies the complaint and notifies the defendant that they are being sued. It informs the defendant that they must respond to the complaint within a specified time frame, usually 20 to 30 days, depending on the jurisdiction. The summons also provides information about the potential consequences of failing to respond, such as a default judgment being entered against the defendant. It must be properly served on the defendant to ensure they have adequate notice of the lawsuit.