Winning a lawsuit against a company located outside Florida does not guarantee immediate payment. Out-of-state business debtors often ignore court orders, assuming physical distance protects their revenue. Florida law provides practical legal tools to target assets...
Collection
A guide to social security and retirement exemptions in Florida
When pursuing debt collection in Florida, it is important to know which assets and income cannot be garnished. Federal and state laws generally protect Social Security benefits and some retirement funds, which can make it harder to collect on a judgment. Understanding...
Student loan defaults are growing more common
Recent trends show that more and more people are defaulting on their student loans. Most recently, for example, the total number of borrowers in default went up by 1.3 million. This is when comparing the amount to the final quarter of 2025, so the first quarter of...
3 payment structures that can affect unpaid debts
Different businesses use much different payment structures, and it can affect what type of debt issues they face. There are three general payment options that businesses focus on, often depending on what type of goods or services they provide. First and foremost, many...
What is proceedings supplementary?
Some people believe that once a judgment is entered in a debt collection case that a creditor automatically receives the money they’re due. This isn’t always the case. It’s possible that the debtor won’t pay the judgment, which may lead to the creditor having to...
How to enforce an out-of-state judgment in Florida
If you won a lawsuit in another state but the debtor now lives in Florida, you still have legal options. Florida law gives you a structured path to collect what you are owed. What it means to domesticate a foreign judgment Florida requires you to "domesticate" an...
All business owners should know Florida’s statutes of limitations
Statutes of limitations for civil lawsuits provide deadlines for plaintiffs to act to seek compensation or other resolution for some type of violation that has caused them harm. They are specified under the law largely to protect potential defendants from having to...
Commercial collections: Documentation to keep
Commercial collections are much different than consumer collections, so it’s critical for any company that needs to handle this type of matter to understand how to handle this sensitive matter. These situations often require more than just showing that money is owed. ...
Corporate debt has been soaring in recent years
Corporate debt issues were significant during the financial crisis in 2008 and 2009. After the end of that crisis, things did smooth out for some time. However, in the last few years, reports have shown that corporate debt and default risks have been soaring once...
What limits apply to wage garnishment in Florida?
Facing wage garnishment in Florida can feel stressful, especially when you are trying to protect each paycheck while keeping your business running smoothly. Knowing the limits and exemptions under Florida law can help you approach the situation with more confidence....

