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

“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

Ryanair originally did not engage with the court action but the airline has now appealed against the decision, stating that Rosie failed to complain upon arrival in Copenhagen, something she disputes.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

Last year, he also settled in his court action against Rupert Murdoch's UK tabloid publisher, which agreed to pay him "substantial damages" for privacy breaches, including phone hacking.

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

"You'll be all right now, my dear," said Mollie, when the court action was over.

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