A plaintiff often roams a long road before a judgment is obtained. Now that you have the prize, however, what do you do with it? With any luck, the defendant recognizes the error of their ways and willingly pays you the full amount that the court has awarded. Many times, however, the opposing party is not willing to voluntarily pay up. Now what?
Pennsylvania law provides various means to assist a plaintiff, whether an individual, company, or a municipality, in collecting and enforcing a money judgment. This article examines the basics of the garnishment process, the sale of real and personal property via sheriff, and other tools available to assist in obtaining information during the execution process.
The Garnishment Process
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