Plan for a Clean Slate in the New Year
The middle of December is a strange time for business. The emails slow down, the phone stops ringing, and for many, it’s the only quiet time of the year to actually think. Stop chasing last-minute payments from unavailable clients. Use this downtime to assess your processes. If you want a clean slate in 2026, create […]
Looking For “The Best Collection Agency Near Me?” You’ve Found Us!
If you found our site (and this blog) by searching for “the best collection agency near me”, then welcome! We think we qualify as the best collection agency near you for a number of reasons. We have decades of experience, use tried-and-true methods to collect, don’t get paid until we collect, and as attorneys, we […]
A 2026 Guide to In-House Debt Collection: 4 Strategies for Success
With 2026 only a month or so away, it’s not too early to make some resolutions. This year, resolve to do more business… and collect more balances than ever before. As always, we’re here to help with that! For any successful business, managing accounts receivable is a critical function. Inevitably, you will encounter clients with […]
Q4 is a Critical Time to Address Past-Due Accounts
As the fourth quarter gets underway, businesses across Virginia are shifting their focus to year-end reporting, tax planning, and budgeting for a successful 2026. This is a critical time for financial housekeeping. Yet, one item is often left unaddressed until it’s too late: aging accounts receivable. Outstanding invoices from past quarters don’t just represent delayed […]
Gilliam & Mikula is Proud to Support the VACA Executive Program (Dec 3rd-5th, 2025)
As 2025 draws to a close, the Gilliam & Mikula team is looking forward to one of our favorite events of the year. We are proud to announce our sponsorship of the Virginia Association of Commonwealth’s Attorneys (VACA) Executive Program this December. This conference is a key opportunity for elected Commonwealth Attorneys and their leadership […]
Surry County Court – Our Newest Client!
Gilliam & Mikula is proud to announce a new partnership with Surry County, Virginia. Our firm will now provide specialized legal services to assist the county in collecting delinquent court fees. We are honored to add Surry County to our growing list of municipal partners and look forward to delivering effective, professional results. The Problem […]
See You at the 2025 HCLA Fall Conference!
Connecting with Virginia’s Healthcare Leaders in Williamsburg This Fall As autumn approaches, so does one of the most valuable gatherings for Virginia’s healthcare management community. The team at Gilliam & Mikula is pleased to announce that we will be attending the HCLA-VA 2025 Fall Conference and look forward to joining our colleagues and clients for […]
Collection Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Debt Collection Agency
The decision to escalate a delinquent account to a collection agency is a significant step in your revenue cycle. Success, however, isn’t just about hiring a third party; it’s determined by the groundwork you have already laid. A strong collection strategy begins long before an account becomes past due. Before engaging a partner, it is […]
Is Your Business Debt Recoverable?
No doubts about it – running a business is hard, arduous work – and one of the hardest parts is trying to collect unpaid or delinquent debt from partners, clients and customers. Your time is valuable, and every hour you spend chasing down unpaid debt is an hour you’re not spending making money. So while […]
The Legal Edge: Navigating HIPAA and Virginia Law in Medical Debt Collection
For any medical practice in Virginia, from a local clinic to a large hospital system, managing accounts receivable is a critical business function. When patient accounts become delinquent, collecting that debt is necessary for the financial health of your practice. However, the process is fraught with legal complexities that, if navigated improperly, can lead to […]