The short answers is, yes, you should absolutely pay a judgment. There is an exception, though, if you feel that a “Motion to Vacate” is applicable. If your judgment is vacated due to a Motion to Vacate, you will not be legally obligated to pay the debt. However, with regard to the contract, you may still be liable.
If you have lost a legal suit involving a debt by not showing up or, if you did show up, but the judge ruled against you, maybe the judgment can be vacated. You would need to file a Motion to Vacate to begin the process.
When you file a Motion to Vacate, you are in essence suspending the judgment and requesting a new hearing. If the Motion is granted, you will need to be prepared to argue for dismissing the case.
