Florida Judgment Collection Blog
How Do You Calculate Statutory Interest on a Florida Judgment?
When you obtain a Florida judgment, you will normally be granted post-judgment interest based upon Florida's statutory rate, unless there is a contract stating otherwise. The rules regarding calculating statutory interest are contained in section 55.03, Florida...
If Debtor Adds Spouse to Bank Account, Is it Protected as Tenancy by Entirety?
No, it is not protected and the account could be subject to garnishment and the funds reached by the creditor for the portion owned by the debtor. Let's say you obtained a judgment against a debtor. You garnished their bank account, but the account is jointly titled...
Can Wages be Garnished in Florida?
Yes, the salary, wages, bonuses and even commissions of a debtor can be garnished in Florida to satisfy an outstanding judgment, subject to certain exceptions and limitations. The judgment creditor can have the court issue a continuing writ of garnishment under...