B2B vs. B2C: Navigating the 2026 Debt Recovery Landscape
Let’s be direct: any Virginia business with a sizeable amount of outstanding debt will benefit from a professional partner like Gilliam & Mikula. However, as we move through 2026, the complexity of the Virginia court system means certain business models aren’t just looking for an “ROI boost”—they are looking for a sophisticated legal partner. Whether […]
The Best Debt Recovery Doesn’t Feel Like “Collections”
In the 2026 business landscape, the “last mile” of the billing cycle is often the most expensive. Whether you are managing a specialized medical practice or a B2B service firm, the transition from “active client” to “delinquent account” is fraught with friction. The Professional Buffer Many businesses attempt to bridge this gap in-house, but this […]
Is Your Staff Chasing Debt Instead of Caring for Patients?
For Virginia medical practices, the primary goal is to deliver excellent care while maintaining financial stability. However, in 2026, financial follow-up is increasingly overshadowing clinical excellence. Hidden Overhead: Both Financially and Culturally If your front-desk or nursing staff spends significant time pursuing overdue balances, your practice risks losing both revenue and its core culture. The […]
Prince George County Partners with Gilliam & Mikula for Court Fee Recovery
We are thrilled to announce that Prince George County has officially partnered with Gilliam & Mikula to manage the collection of delinquent court fines, costs, and restitution. As we continue to expand our municipal partnerships—following our successful work in Louisa and Surry Counties—we are honored to bring our specialized, legally-backed approach to the Prince George […]
How to Find a Debt Collection Attorney
If you’re a business owner in Virginia or Maryland, you may eventually need to collect an outstanding debt from a delinquent customer. If your attempts to recover the debt on your own have proven unsuccessful, it’s time to consider enlisting the services of a professional debt collection attorney. But how do you go about finding […]
The “Letterhead Effect”
Why a Debt Collection Law Firm Gets Results Where Regular Debt Collection Agencies Fail In healthcare, patient care is personal. However, on the business side, unpaid invoices are an increasing concern. Repeated billing notices are often disregarded, and agency calls are frequently blocked. This challenge is common in today’s revenue cycle management. There’s good news: […]
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 […]
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 […]