Winning Small Claims Suit

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If you win a small claims suit in Rhode Island and the plaintiff hasnt paid, you can request the court to issue a judgment and take steps to enforce it. Courts can garnish wages to satisfy a judgment, but this usually applies to individuals, not business accounts. For businesses, the court may issue a levy or lien on assets or accounts. Hiring a lawyer can help ensure youre taking the right steps, considering the costs, complexity, and your comfort with legal procedures.

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I won a small claims suit but the plaintiff hasn'
Hello Allyson, it seems like your message got cut off. You mentioned winning a small claims suit and an issue with the plaintiff. Could you please provide more details so I can assist you better?
t hasn't paid the monies due to me. I have another hearing */*/* should I get a lawyer to obtain funds or have the courts settle and get the mooney for me
Hello Allyson, in Rhode Island, you can request the court to issue a judgment and then take steps to enforce that judgment. However, hiring a lawyer can help ensure you're taking the right steps. Consider:
- Costs of hiring a lawyer vs potential recovery
- Complexity of the enforcement process
- Your comfort with legal procedures.
Can the courts garnish wages from the business's account?
Yes, the courts can issue an order to garnish a debtor's wages to satisfy a judgment. However, this usually applies to an individual's wages, not a business account. For a business, the court may issue a levy or lien on the business's assets or accounts. It's important to consult with a lawyer to understand the best course of action for your situation.