Glencoe Accounting

Chapter 24: Uncollectible Accounts Receivable

Working in the Real World

When a business has difficulty collecting accounts from its customers, a series of actions can be taken. Collection efforts can range from friendly written requests to taking customers to court. Lawyers.com provides some insight into the process at www.lawyers.com/lawyers/A~1002109~LDS/Collecting+Business+Debts.html.