There are some professions where work is hard to quantify. Did a professor spend 40 hours per week working on research for an upcoming publication? Did that writer really write for as long as they claim? Construction is not one of those professions. Construction...
Aggressive Collections
Business leaders take note: 3 tips to better ensure you can collect on debt
The adage about an ounce of prevention being worth a pound of cure holds true in the business world — especially when it comes to debt collection. Having an unpaid bill is more than just frustrating, it hurts business. It takes time and effort to collect the debt that...
What remedies are available if a debtor files for bankruptcy?
Creditors who are notified a debtor filed for protection through bankruptcy are right to find themselves frustrated. Bankruptcy causes a hurdle towards getting payment — but there are situations when creditors can jump that hurdle and still get some or all of their...
How do I collect after a court judgment?
The court ruled in your favor, now you just need to get paid. This should be easy, right? After all, getting the court on your side should be the hard part. Unfortunately, actually getting payment can be difficult if the debtor refuses to cooperate. There are legal...
Are there any tips for my business to collect on a delinquent account?
A successful business often relies on many different businesses and individuals. To move forward, the business leaders expect everyone involved to meet their obligations. This can extend to include more than just the main players within the business leadership, but...
How will I know if a debtor is hiding assets?
Finding the assets that belong to a client who owes you money is a lot like peeling an onion. It is important to go layer by layer to make sure you do not miss any potential assets. You do not have to go through this process on your own. You can seek the counsel of...
Credit application: 3 important provisions
A credit application can be a valuable tool for businesses. This legal device allows the business to extend credit to customers. Although this tool can help The Law Offices of Alan M. Cohen & Associates LLC are experienced with the credit application process and know...
Supplementary process allows creditors to examine assets
When you win your judgment case against a debtor who has not paid, you may not want to celebrate just yet. You must still collect your money, which is often easier said than done. At , we employ many different methods of collecting for our...
Post-judgment collections
Businesses that are owed money will often win a civil case in court because they have made a strong argument regarding the debt owed to them. The court may rule that the debtor owes a certain amount of money, and also award additional damages. The entry of a judgment...
What Are Ex-Parte Trustee Attachments and Why Do We Often Seek Them?
As Massachusetts-based commercial debt collection law firm with over 35 years of experience, we have the knowledge and experience to give you your best shot of getting paid from your debtors. This enables us to try to take the right actions at the right time,...