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01. Start with a blank Civil Action Form
Open the blank document in the editor, set the document view, and add extra pages if applicable.
02. Add and configure fillable fields
Use the top toolbar to insert fields like text and signature boxes, radio buttons, checkboxes, and more. Assign users to fields.
03. Distribute your form
Share your Civil Action Form in seconds via email or a link. You can also download it, export it, or print it out.

A quick guide on how to create a professional-looking Civil Action Form

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Step 1: Sign in to DocHub to begin creating your Civil Action Form.

First, log in to your DocHub account. If you don't have one, you can easily register for free.

Step 2: Go to the dashboard.

Once signed in, head to your dashboard. This is your central hub for all document-related tasks.

Step 3: Kick off new document creation.

In your dashboard, choose New Document in the upper left corner. Pick Create Blank Document to put together the Civil Action Form from a blank slate.

Step 4: Incorporate template elements.

Add different fields like text boxes, images, signature fields, and other options to your template and designate these fields to certain recipients as needed.

Step 5: Personalize your template.

Customize your template by incorporating walkthroughs or any other necessary details utilizing the text tool.

Step 6: Double-check and tweak the form.

Carefully examine your created Civil Action Form for any errors or essential adjustments. Utilize DocHub's editing tools to enhance your template.

Step 7: Share or download the template.

After completing, save your file. You may choose to keep it within DocHub, transfer it to various storage platforms, or forward it via a link or email.

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As in most states, the statute of limitations in civil cases in Pennsylvania is two years. In most cases, this means that victims have two years from the date of their injury to file a civil lawsuit.
The first step to starting a civil case is to write and file a complaint with the court. At a minimum, the complaint identifies the parties. You are the plaintiff and the person or entity you are suing is the defendant . The complaint tells the court how the defendant violated the law.
What is a Civil Complaint? The complaint is the document that you file with the magisterial district court to begin your civil action against a person or business. You are listed as the plaintiff and the person you are suing is the defendant.
Commencing an Action A suit is commenced by the purchase of an index number in the City Court Clerks Office. Once an index number has been purchased, the litigant has 120 days to serve the summons and complaint.
Civil Complaint (Includes One Certified Mail Service)$156.00 Counterclaim / Crossclaim $50.00 Third Party Complaint $50.00 Amended Complaint $70.00 Jury Demand (Payable 10 Days Prior to Jury Trial) $350.0034 more rows
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Complete the Civil complaint form fully and neatly. Be sure to provide enough information so the person you are suing knows why he or she is being sued. Once the complaint is completed, you must file it at the correct Magisterial District Court office. Be prepared to pay the filing fees.
You may file a suit with a district justice if you have a complaint against a person or business and wish to recover an amount of money totaling $12,000 or less. This is called a civil lawsuit. The $12,000 limit does not in-clude the court costs involved in the suit, or any interest that may be due on your claim.
To file this lawsuit, you must go to the General District Court Clerks office. Ask for the proper court form. To sue for money, fill out a Warrant in Debt. Even though this court form is called a warrant, it is not used in a criminal case. It is used in a civil (non-criminal) case.

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