A commercial judgment can confirm that money is owed, but it does not always answer the most practical question: where are the assets? A debtor may claim to have no funds, a corporation may stop operating shortly after judgment, or property may be transferred to a spouse, family member, holding company, or related business. When […]
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Understanding Judgment Enforcement in Ontario, Part 2: Garnishment, Writs, and Debtor Examinations
A court judgment can confirm that a business, individual, guarantor, or related party owes money. However, it does not always result in payment. The creditor must still determine how to turn the court order into recovery. Ontario’s civil enforcement process includes several tools that may assist judgment creditors. Three common options are garnishment, writs of […]