If my company was awarded a judgment for final payment for a home repair that was not paid, what are my options?
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If my company was awarded a judgment for final payment for a home repair that was not paid, what are my options?
The customer is not willing to pay the judgment and is threating to countersue.
Asked on April 23, 2015 under Business Law, Washington
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Your company can enforce the judgment by placing a lien on the property. If the customer owns other property, a lien can also be placed on that property as well.
Your company can also enforce the judgment by obtaining a wage garnishment against the customer.
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