My husband and I were sued civilly and owe a large amount.We have been making payments but are going bankrupt.My husband has already filed b...

Question

My husband and I were sued civilly and owe a large amount.We have been making payments but are going bankrupt.My husband has already filed bankruptcy and I plan to soon (which is a separate case in itself). I noticed on the docket for the case that we are being sued for that it says "Rule Discharged". I was curious to know what that means.

Answer

That usually means that a motion for a rule to show cause is not proceeding forward