Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in New York
Wage Garnishment
In Jan 2008 ,y husband and I loaned $1400 to his brother for car repairs. A promissory note, notorized and signed was written requesting payment of $50 a month. One payment has been made and reminders posted to him and no payments made. We need to collect this money, can we garnish his wages?
Asked on 1/24/09, 1:30 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Markowitz
Michael A. Markowitz, PC
Re: Wage Garnishment
You may issue an income execution only after you receive a judgment. Therefore, I would suggest taking your husband's brother to small claims court.
Mike.
Answered on 1/24/09, 4:01 pm