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Using Aggressive Methods to Domesticate Foreign Judgments and Enforce Mechanics Liens

Collections Law

Whether you operate in or outside Massachusetts, if your customer to whom you had provided goods or rendered services on credit is located in Massachusetts and is not paying off your debt, then get in touch with our experienced and aggressive debt collection lawyer, Alan M. Cohen, today. With us, the Law Offices of Alan M.

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Soon, Debt Collectors Can Contact You on Social Media

Sawin & Shea

A new rule will soon allow debt collection messages through social media. It’s expected to impact 1 in 4 adult Americans, or 70 million people , who have at least one bill in collections. Why Did They Change the Rules for Debt Collection Messages? Stop Debt Collection Efforts with Bankruptcy. Or at least that’s the plan.

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Mechanic’s Liens vs. Payment Bonds: Which is better for getting paid in Massachusetts?

Collections Law

When you’re struggling to collect on a business debt, sometimes, you need to rely on effective tools and creative strategies. Our aggressive and relentless commercial collections attorneys have more than 50 years of combined experience. Mechanic’s liens and payment bonds are two powerful options available under Massachusetts law.

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When Is the Right Time To Send Your Client To Collections

FFGN COLLECT NY

For those in industries filled with chronically late payors, it can be difficult to know when the right time to send a client to collections is. You may worry that by placing your customer in collections, you will lose the “relationship.” So how do you know when it’s time to send your client to collections?

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Why Every Lawyer And Client Should Be Fighting To Stop The "Meaningful Attorney Involvement" Doctrine From Spreading

FDCPA Defense

Few things are more fundamental in the law than the principle that a lawyer owes a duty of loyalty to the client, a duty to be vigorous advocate within the bounds of the law, and a duty to maintain the client’s confidences and preserve the attorney-client privilege. Clients expect this of their attorneys, as they should. It makes no sense.

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Attempting Debt Collection Efforts After a Debtor Files for Bankruptcy

FFGN COLLECT NY

Are you or your collection attorney attempting debt collection efforts even though the debtor filed for bankruptcy? If so your collection attorney is exposing you, the law firm, and themselves to personal liability for a money judgment that could far exceed your claim. A Cautionary Tale. The debtor did not pay.

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How Mechanic’s Liens Are Effective Ways to Collect Your Monies

Collections Law

If you work in or supply materials to the construction industry and are not using mechanic’s liens for your debt recovery , you are missing out on a valuable tool. Your industry is the only one with this type of collection tool, and it works very well. Why Should I File a Mechanic’s Lien With a Trusted Attorney?