THOMAS, Justice.
The critical question presented in this case is whether the mysterious disappearance of suit documents within a corporate headquarters constitutes "mistake, inadvertence, surprise, or excusable neglect" that results in an abuse of discretion by a trial court in finding culpable conduct on the part of the defendant and refusing to set aside an entry of default and a default judgment. Collateral issues are presented with respect to fraudulent misrepresentations...
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