Baleanu v. Sandulescu

Appellants John Baleanu and Transilva-nia, Inc., were defendants in a breach of contract suit. Early in the litigation, both defendants were represented by the same attorney and a joint answer was filed on behalf of the defendants. Thereafter, counsel withdrew and the parties were afforded thirty days to secure counsel. While more than a year passed, neither party had retained counsel by the time of the bench trial. The trial court entered a default as to Transilvania, Inc., as the corporate defendant failed to appear with counsel. The case was tried on the merits as to Baleanu. A final…