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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. What is a mechanic’s lien?

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When can a reach and apply injunction help you collect bad debt?

Collections Law

Even once you have a judgment in hand, many debtors still do not pay willingly. If a third party owes them money, you may be able to reach across to that third party and apply their debt to your judgment. We have been assisting clients with complex collection cases for nearly 50 years. What kind of debt can you use it for?

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How long do I have to collect on a debt in Massachusetts?

Collections Law

The benefits of a judgment At Law Offices of Alan M. Cohen LLC, we generally recommend our clients pursue a judgment to secure their debts sooner rather than later. Once you have a judgment in hand, you will have at least 20 years to collect. Or they may file for bankruptcy, leaving you without a judgment.

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Personal Guarantees in Commercial Collection: How Helpful Are They?

The McHughes Law Firm

Most jurisdictions have defined due diligence as the commencement of legal proceedings against the corporate guarantor and the result being the obtainment of an uncollectible money judgment. The post Personal Guarantees in Commercial Collection: How Helpful Are They? When Should the Guarantee be Obtained?