Collecting Class Action Judgement

Summary

To collect a class action judgment, obtain a certified copy and file it in the appropriate court. If the debtor is in jail, assess their assets or income outside. Federal disaster relief funds may aid recovery but typically dont cover civil judgments. Consult a lawyer for specific guidance on accessing potential funds.

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I'm one of the class members that was awarded a civil judgement for *,*,* for the Class Action Lawsuit against Return to Nature Funeral Home in Penrose, CO. How many I collect this judgement?
Hi ****! To collect a civil judgment, you typically need to follow these steps:
- Obtain a certified copy of the judgment.
- File the judgment with the court where the debtor resides.
- Initiate collection actions such as wage garnishments, bank levies, or liens.
Do you have a certified copy of the judgment?
No but I can order one
Great, obtaining a certified copy of the judgment is the first step. Once you have it, you can proceed with filing it in the appropriate court.
Do you know where the debtor(s) reside or have any assets? This will help determine where to file the judgment and start the collection process.
They are in jail
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Since the debtor is in jail, it could be challenging to collect the judgment, but it is still possible. Here are some steps you can take:
- Obtain a certified copy of the judgment.
- Determine if the debtor has any assets or income outside of jail.
- File the judgment with the court where the debtor has assets.
Would you like more specific information on how to proceed with this process?
If the Return to Nature Funeral Home address at * Werner Rd, Penrose CO was declared to be a catastrophic disaster, does that mean that that federal funds are available to pay the victims of the disaster that was declared an emergency disaster area
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Federal funds for victims may be available under certain conditions. Generally, if a location is declared a disaster area, federal assistance can be used for recovery and support. However, this does not automatically mean funds are available for specific civil judgments.
Would you like more specific information on how federal disaster relief might apply to your situation?
Yes please
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Federal disaster relief funds generally support recovery and rebuilding, but they don't typically pay civil judgments directly. You might need a lawyer to explore if any specific funds are accessible for your situation.
Would you like more specific guidance on how federal disaster relief might apply to your case?