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Business & Commerce:

Litigation to Obtain Monies Owing and Overdue



Last Updated: July 03 2026

Question: What steps can I take in Ontario to recover an outstanding debt or unpaid invoice when the debtor is not responding?

Answer: If you are owed money in Ontario, Olson Craig Legal can help you recover outstanding debts, overdue loans, or unpaid accounts by starting with practical demand letters and negotiation, then escalating to formal steps if needed, including drafting notices that preserve your rights and clarify next actions for lawyer and paralegal support across collections, invoices, promissory notes, and limitation periods.   If the debtor still does not pay, the team may coordinate with collection recovery services registered under the Collection and Debt Settlement Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.14 to pursue lawful options while reducing risk and saving time.   For a fast, next-step plan, call (226) 886-2001 to book a free 1/4-hour consultation and discuss your documents, payment history, and deadlines.

Outstanding Debts, Overdue Loans, Unpaid Accounts, etc.

Business & Commerce: Litigation to Obtain Monies Owing and OverdueWhen you are owed money, whether you are a individual person or a business, there are several legal avenues that you may explore to recover the funds due. Initially, direct negotiation is often the preferred method as such offers a chance for an amicable resolution without legal involvement; however, if this approach fails to yield the desired results, it may become necessary to engage the services of a legal professional. An experienced legal professional can assist in drafting and sending formal letters warning of pending litigation which serve as a stern reminder of financial obligations and imminent legal action.

With some matters, Olson Craig Legal will work alongside a collection agency licensed in accordance to the Collection and Debt Settlement Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.14, among others skilled in the collection of debts including investigators, skip tracers, bailiffs, etc.

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