court action

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“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

Davies, 44, said some letters from the council had arrived late because of delayed deliveries and she ended up facing threats of court action and bailiffs.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 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

In his email to members on Saturday, MacAskill also said the party would continue to support Salmond's widow Moira in court action against the Scottish government.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

In such a case it will express its regrets and afford damages without first instituting a prize court action.

From New York Times Current History; The European War, Vol 2, No. 3, June, 1915 April-September, 1915 by Various