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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

Three months after Usman, 30, had finished working for Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, his family received a letter threatening him with court action.

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

This process allows freeholders to start court action to seize someone's property if they have a service charge debt of more than £350.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

Any such action would make us liable for court action.

From Guilt of the Brass Thieves by Wirt, Mildred A. (Mildred Augustine)




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