What can I do if the debtors refuse to pay?
The most common method to force the judgment debtor to pay is by garnishment. Garnishment means that the court orders the judgment debtor's bank or employer to pay the balance in his or her bank account or up to twenty-five percent of his net earnings into court to satisfy the judgment. To pursue this method, the judgment creditor must take the first step by filing the proper papers with the court and paying the costs. The court will not initiate such action on its own. Costs are recoverable through the garnishment.

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1. How do I file a claim?
2. If I have a claim filed against me, how will I be notified?
3. What are my responsibilities as a plaintiff?
4. What does it mean when I have received a summons?
5. How do I file a counterclaim or cross claim?
6. How is a trial date set up?
7. What happens if I want a continuance?
8. What should I bring to a trial?
9. What should I do on my court date?
10. What if I fail to appear in court?
11. How do I find out about the court’s decision?
12. How should I collect the judgment?
13. What is a judgment lien?
14. How do I find property to garnish or attach?
15. How can I get help enforcing the judgment from the court?
16. What can I do if the debtors refuse to pay?