Legal Question in Business Law in New York

Re: Past due invoices

The only way an individual or a company can "force" payment for work, labor and services provided is to commence an action in Court.

A court having jurisdiction over the defendant (bad guy) would review evidence given by you demonstrating that the money is owed. The defendant would give evidence demonstrating that the money is not owed, or that you somehow breached the agreement.

A conclusion is rendered by a judge, called a judgment. In effect, a judgment is when the State of New York recognizes that the defendant owes you money.

Once you have a judgment, you can take the necessary steps to collect money. You can restrain bank accounts, levy against inventory, etc.

That is a simplified version of forcing a defendant to pay your invoices.

Mike.

Re: Past due invoices

Sue them. If the amount due is less than $3500 you can sue them in small claims court.

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