Enforcing Judgments
Money Judgment Collection: Real Property Liens
Continuing in our series about money judgment collection, here’s another option for how judgment creditors can collect from debtors. We’ve already discussed wage garnishments, bank levies and even what to do if you don’t have any information on the debtor’s assets. Another common method of collection involves placing a lien on the judgment debtor’s real [...]
Money Judgment Collection: Bank Account Levy
In the last article on money judgment collection, I provided some information on how a judgment creditor could garnish the wages of the judgment debtor. If the judgment creditor has some knowledge about the debtor’s assets, he or she can also potentially levy on a bank account. For the bank account levy process, some knowledge [...]
Money Judgment Collection: Wage Garnishment
In the last post on this topic, I suggested that the judgment creditor first try asking the judgment debtor to pay the amount to satisfy the judgment. If getting the debtor to satisfy the judgment willingly is out of the question, it is time for the creditor to assess the debtor’s assets. In the best [...]
Money Judgment Collection: Collecting without judgment debtor asset information
So a court has entered a money judgment in your favor against a debtor- you’ve won, right? While obtaining a judgment is the first step in the process of collecting on a debt, it is unlikely that the judgment debtor is simply going to hand the money over. However, asking the judgment debtor to pay [...]
San Diego Unlawful Detainer/Eviction Process and the Roles of Landlords and Tenants
Eventually, any owner or manager of a property will come to the point where they need to remove a tenant from their rental property. In this article, I will outline the steps necessary to actually, and legally, re-establish possession of the property. 1. Service of Notice- This first step is not technically the “start of [...]
The California Civil Litigation Process: Complaints, Answers, Discovery, Trials, and Judgments
I am asked on a daily basis by potential clients, “how does a lawsuit work?” As I begin to explain the dry, meticulous, and laboring process…I am typically abruptly cut off with the next question, “how long does all that take?” In typical lawyerly fashion, my response is, “it depends.” Knowing full well that the [...]
Business Collections in San Diego: Focus on Marketing and Let Others Chase Down Unpaid Invoices
Unpaid invoices are unfortunately becoming more and more “the norm” as we wade through this economy. Griswold Law has helped several small businesses in San Diego get back to what they do best–obtaining and pleasing clients–while Griswold Law tracks down and collects on those delinquent accounts through well-crafted demand letters, lawsuits and other creative collection [...]
Business Collections: Unpaid Invoices, Breached Contracts and the Power of the Mechanic’s Lien
All businesses have the right to “their day in court” to enforce a contract, demand payment of delinquent accounts and hopefully collect on a money judgment. However, some business industries and service providers have additional remedies available to them. This article discusses the power of the mechanic’s lien in California. When someone furnishes labor, services, [...]
Business Collections: Consider Small Claims Court for Unpaid Invoices, Delinquent Acccounts, Breached Contracts
In earlier posts, Griswold Law provided helpful tips for protecting and maximizing business revenue. In addition, Griswold Law has provided readers with its approach to collecting business debt. However, if you or your business is only concerned with one or two minor delinquent accounts, filing a lawsuit in small claims court may also be an [...]
Collection of Business Debts: Tips for Businesses Looking to Protect and Maximize Revenue
Proactively addressing overdue accounts and business debt is crucial to a business maximizing revenue. In previous posts, Griswold Law addressed its approach to collecting business debts, as well as its approach to enforcing judgments. Below are key steps that can be taken by any business to avoid delinquent accounts and collections difficulties. Keep copious records [...]