A summons is a legal document notifying a defendant of a lawsuit against them.

What happens if I don't respond to the summons?

Failing to respond may result in a default judgment against you.

How long do I have to respond?

You have 30 days from the date of service to respond to the summons.

Defendants must respond to the Complaint within 30 days to avoid default judgment.

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Published: Apr 15, 2026 · 2 weeks ago
Category: Court Notice
City: Bradenton
Address: 11019 Ocean Highway, Pawleys Island, SC · 2 filings

Research context

2 filings at this address 17 court notice notices in Bradenton (last 12 months)

What You Should Do Next

1
Review the Complaint
Carefully read the Complaint served with the summons to understand the claims.
2
Prepare Your Response
Draft your answer to the Complaint and ensure it is filed within 30 days.
3
Contact Your Attorney
If you have legal representation, reach out to your attorney for assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a summons?: A summons is a legal document notifying a defendant of a lawsuit against them.
What happens if I don't respond to the summons?: Failing to respond may result in a default judgment against you.
How long do I have to respond?: You have 30 days from the date of service to respond to the summons.

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Full Notice Text

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA  IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
COUNTY OF HORRY                FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT
DYLAN CROSS,                        AMENDED
                        PLANTIFF,        SUMMONS
      VS.
LAURA CROSS A/K/A LAURA  (QUIET TITLE ACTION)
ANNE CROSS AND
MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC 
SYSTEMS, INC.,
                          DEFENDANTS,   (NON-JURY)
TO:      THE DEFENDANTS ABOVE NAMED
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint in this action, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your answer to said Complaint upon the undersigned as his office at 11019 Ocean Highway, Pawleys Island, SC  29585, within thirty (30) days after the service hereof, exclusive of the days of such service, and if you fail to answer the Complaint within the time aforesaid, the Plaintiff in this action will apply to the Court for judgment by default to be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.
                                                                     
                                                         WINSLOW LAW, LLC
         
                                                         s/Thomas W. Winslow
                                                         Thomas W. Winslow, Esquire
                                                         SC Bar No.73584
                                                         11019 Ocean Highway
                                                         Pawleys Island, SC  29585
                                                         Telephone: (843) 357-9301
                                                         Fax: (843) 357-9303
                                                                     tom@winslowlawyers.com
                                                                     ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF
Pawleys Island, South Carolina          
December 9, 2025
IPL0330376
Apr 15,22,29 2026