Which legal steps can I take against a customer who is unable to make payments?
June 11, 2022 | 80,00 EUR | answered by Renate Germer
Dear Attorney specializing in Business Law,
I am reaching out to you as a business owner who is dealing with a customer who is unable to make payments and I am unsure of what legal steps I can take in this situation.
The situation is as follows: My company has issued an invoice to the customer Albrecht Busse for a service provided. Despite several reminders and demands for payment, he has not yet settled the outstanding amount. I am now concerned that this non-payment could put my company in financial difficulties, as it could have significant consequences for me.
My question to you is: What legal options do I have to take action against Albrecht Busse as a customer who is unable to pay and to collect the outstanding amount? Are there specific steps I can take to enforce my claim and protect my financial interests?
I would greatly appreciate your expert advice and support, as I am at a loss in this matter and urgently need a solution to protect my company from financial harm.
Sincerely,
[Client's Name]
Dear Mr. Busse,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding a customer who is unable to pay and the legal steps you can take in this situation. As a lawyer specializing in commercial law, I would like to help you and show you some options on how to proceed against Albrecht Busse.
First and foremost, it is important to determine whether Albrecht Busse is actually unable to pay or if it is just a case of payment difficulties. If he is unable to pay, further legal steps may be necessary to collect the outstanding amount.
One option could be to initiate a judicial dunning procedure. You can apply for a payment order against Albrecht Busse to assert your payment claim. If he objects to the payment order, you would have to litigate in court to enforce your claim.
Another option could be to hire a debt collection agency. A debt collection agency can act on your behalf and try to collect the outstanding amount from Albrecht Busse. However, you should make sure that the debt collection agency is reputable and has the necessary experience in debt collection.
Furthermore, you could hire a lawyer to enforce your claim. A lawyer can initiate legal steps on your behalf and support you throughout the process. For example, they can file a payment lawsuit against Albrecht Busse and represent you in court.
It is important to carefully consider all steps and seek detailed advice beforehand to choose the best course of action for you. I am available for a personal consultation and can support you in enforcing your claim against Albrecht Busse.
I hope that this information has been helpful to you and I am available for any further questions.
Sincerely,
Renate Germer
Lawyer specializing in commercial law
