First recorded in 1605–15
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And in late May, after months of failed attempts, a process server delivered court papers to Shaquille O’Neal, the retired basketball star, who was sued for promoting FTX, according to legal filings.
From New York Times • Jul. 6, 2023
Instead, they're reacting like Jayson Boebert flipping his lid on a process server handing him divorce papers, i.e. they are not happy about it.
From Salon • May 18, 2023
In January, one process server slipped, fell down an embankment and injured his leg in his attempt to reach Lidstone, according to a motion filed by Giles’ attorney.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 17, 2022
“I understand that the process server had only done her job; however, I deeply regret what happened,” Sudeikis added, according to the Daily Mail.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2022
If possible they will escape the process server.
From The Man in Court by Wells, Frederic DeWitt
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