How do you collect a judgment in Michigan?

Answer by  Vladimir (459)

If the Defendant does not pay the amount ordered; you may apply for a Writ of Garnishment 21 days after the ruling is handed down. This can be periodic- which is attached against recurring payments (such as wages, rent received, etc... ); or non periodic- which is attached against a bank account, property, etc...

Answer by  patti (29325)

If you have the judgement, you can file through the court to have wages, bank accounts or property attached. Legal documents are forwarded to the employer to attach wages. Bank accounts can be attached, but you must do a sweep of all banks if you don't have specific info.

Answer by  LegalGuy (71)

You'll need to speak with the clerical department at the municipal court in which you received the settlement or sum for, or you can contact the judge who made the verdict directly. In some cases the amount owed will be mailed to you within 30 days after the hearing took place.

Answer by  patti (29325)

If you have been granted a judgment, you may ask the court then to issue an order to attach wages, a bank account or other property and assets, depending on the amount involved in the judgment. Only the court can order an employer or bank to attach wages/accounts. Some judgments allow for specific liens and attachments.

Answer by  Platypus (180)

Take your documentation of judgment that is provided by the court to the Sheriffs Department, or Marshall's office if federal, and they will enforce the judgment if possible. If the judgment is for more than the Defendant has there isn't really anything you can do. This is called being "judgment proof".