I've never sued anyone before and I don't know anyone who has, so I hoping one of you might have an answer to my question.
I own a condo that I rent out. I may soon find myself in a position where I may have to sue the tenant to pay back a water bill that I just found out was not being paid for about 2 years. (around $3000.)
I am also pretty sure that even if I were to win the suit, I would still not be paid because I doubt my tenant has the money.
What, if anything, happens if the settlement goes unpaid. Does it become a criminal matter. Is it a small time contempt of court/court order, or what?
I'm just trying to think ahead in the event that I need to 'threaten' my tenant with the repercussions of not paying down the balance on my water bill.
Any advise is welcome.
I own a condo that I rent out. I may soon find myself in a position where I may have to sue the tenant to pay back a water bill that I just found out was not being paid for about 2 years. (around $3000.)
I am also pretty sure that even if I were to win the suit, I would still not be paid because I doubt my tenant has the money.
What, if anything, happens if the settlement goes unpaid. Does it become a criminal matter. Is it a small time contempt of court/court order, or what?
I'm just trying to think ahead in the event that I need to 'threaten' my tenant with the repercussions of not paying down the balance on my water bill.
Any advise is welcome.
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