PMFJI, but how long after the fact can you file a claim? I have a former client who left the state (Texas) without paying almost 2 years ago. There was a dispute, and they showed no interest in working toward a resolution.

BTW, I have read your white paper on contracts, and found it very informative. Most of the issues in it are covered in my current agreements, but the disputed one was with a client of long standing (5+ years) and the contract with them was sketchier and, uh, less than perfect.



>Craig,
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>Once you have registered your judgment in Idaho, you can garnish the judgment debtor's bank accounts and get your money right now.
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>The most pain free way of doing it is to hire a collection agency in Idaho. Thye take 30-50% (negotiable), but they will usually collect.
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>As you probably have his prior checks, you know his bank and account number. From there is it very easy to apply for a garnishment order in the court with which you registered the judgment.
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>Banks will immediately honor a garnishment because othewise they are on the hook for the garnished amount.
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>Jim E.