court action

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Mark is one of a rising number of people who have faced court action over unpaid debts.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Families described how they had to instruct solicitors, threaten court action and, as in Jacqueline's case, hire debt collectors to recoup money owed to them.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

“The IRS has lien and levy power to collect taxes. But to take your primary residence would require court action, which would be a last resort for collection,” Cordes said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

While it would start by providing guidance and support on improving environmental performance or meeting targets, it would have the power to take court action if needed.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

"Until we get some kind of legislation or court action to make our town acts legal, the taxation question isn't worrying me much," said Britt, grimly.

From When Egypt Went Broke by Day, Holman