Posted by Jonathon Warner | Judgement and Fee Collection

For creditors, winning a judgment is a major victory—but it often marks the beginning of a new challenge. In New York, judgment debtors frequently engage in asset-shielding tactics designed to delay, frustrate, or completely avoid enforcement. Understanding the most common red flags can help creditors act quickly, preserve leverage, and increase the likelihood of recovery. …

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Posted by Jonathon Warner | Judgement and Fee Collection

Winning a judgment is a critical milestone for any creditor—but as many businesses quickly discover, a judgment does not automatically result in payment. Judgment collection requires persistence, legal strategy, and a deep understanding of enforcement tools. To illustrate how effective post-judgment action can lead to real recoveries, below are anonymized case studies highlighting common challenges …

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Posted by Jonathon Warner | Judgement and Fee Collection

Winning a lawsuit in New York is often a long, exhausting process. After months—or even years—of gathering evidence, negotiating, filing motions, and finally going to court, receiving a judgment in your favor should feel like the finish line. Unfortunately, for many people, it’s only the beginning of another uphill battle. Across New York, an estimated …

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Posted by Jonathon Warner | Judgement and Fee Collection

Promissory notes create a clear agreement: one person lends money, and the other person promises to repay it. These agreements are often used between friends, business partners, and family members, and they can feel simple and trustworthy. But when the borrower suddenly says they can’t pay anymore, the lender is left in a stressful—and often …

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Posted by Jonathon Warner | Judgement and Fee Collection

When someone wins a judgment in New York, they often feel relieved. After all the stress of going to court, it seems like victory should mean the money will finally be paid. But in reality, collecting on a judgment is a separate process. One of the most common and effective ways to collect a judgment …

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Posted by Jonathon Warner | Judgement and Fee Collection

When you work on commission, your income depends on the deals you close, the clients you bring in, and the results you deliver. That’s why it can be incredibly frustrating—and financially damaging—when a company refuses to pay you the commissions you’ve earned. Unfortunately, commission disputes are common across many industries in New York, from sales …

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Posted by Jonathon Warner | Judgement and Fee Collection

When a tenant does not pay rent, it can put a landlord in a very difficult position. Rent is often the main source of income that keeps a rental property running. When months go by without payment, landlords may face mortgage issues, repair delays, or even financial loss. Many landlords try to work things out …

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Posted by Jonathon Warner | Judgement and Fee Collection

When someone wins a lawsuit and the court awards them money, it does not mean the debtor will pay right away. Many people are surprised to learn that collecting a judgment can be harder than winning it. One helpful tool that creditors can use is a judgment lien. A judgment lien gives the winning party …

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Posted by Jonathon Warner | Judgement and Fee Collection

Winning a judgment against a business can feel like a victory, but the process of actually collecting the money is often more complicated. The challenge increases when the business has closed its doors. Many creditors assume that a closed business means the money is lost, but there are legal options available to recover at least …

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