Recover unpaid invoices from restaurants, caterers, and hospitality vendors at just 15% contingency
Submit Your Claim TodayFood service and hospitality debt requires specialized legal expertise
Restaurant chains and independent restaurants often stretch payment terms while you manage perishable inventory and cash flow pressures.
Corporate events, weddings, and private functions can vanish after service without payment, leaving you with upfront costs and no recourse.
Commercial kitchen equipment installations often leave balances unpaid, especially when restaurants fail or struggle with cash flow.
Recurring services for restaurants and hotels face unpaid invoices that mount quickly without proper recovery mechanisms.
Linen services, housekeeping suppliers, and specialty vendors struggle to collect from established hospitality chains with payment disputes.
Traditional debt collection agencies charge 33-50% commission and lack California-specific legal knowledge. You lose more than you recover.
How much will you keep with LegalCollects vs. traditional agencies?
Anonymized case studies from recent collections
A regional produce distributor pursued a $42K unpaid invoice from an established restaurant group. We leveraged PACA trust rights and California UCC Article 2 protections to secure full recovery within 8 weeks through settlement negotiation.
A full-service catering company provided services for a large corporate event but was never paid the $87K invoice. After pursuing negotiations, we filed suit and recovered full payment plus partial attorney fees under California's fee-shifting rules.
An equipment supplier provided commercial kitchen installation services totaling $23K. Despite payment agreements, the restaurant group defaulted. We pursued mechanic's lien rights and recovered the full amount plus lien fees.
Specialized protections for food service and hospitality vendors
California's Uniform Commercial Code provides remedies including action for the price, damages for non-acceptance, and seller's reclamation rights for goods delivered on credit.
Produce suppliers benefit from the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act, which creates statutory trust rights that survive bankruptcy and provide priority over other creditors.
Right to sue for the price of goods accepted by the buyer. No deduction for claims, disputes, or conditions—you can recover the full invoice amount.
Attorney fees clause provision allows recovery of legal fees in many commercial disputes, further reducing your net collection costs.
Seller's incidental and consequential damages for non-payment, including costs of reselling perishable goods or handling spoilage losses.
Equipment suppliers and installation contractors can file mechanic's liens against real property to secure payment, creating powerful leverage in negotiations.
From claim submission to recovery
Provide invoices, payment records, and details about the debtor. We'll evaluate your claim's viability and discuss the best recovery strategy.
Our attorneys review your case, identify applicable California protections, and develop a customized collection plan tailored to your industry.
We pursue settlement first, but if necessary, we litigate aggressively. Our food service expertise ensures you get maximum recovery.
Once collected, you receive your recovery minus our 15% contingency fee. Transparent, no surprises, no upfront costs.
See how much you save at every claim size
| Claim Amount | LegalCollects (15%) | Traditional Agency (33%) | Your Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | $1,500 fee | $8,500 recovered | $3,300 fee | $6,700 recovered | $1,800 |
| $25,000 | $3,750 fee | $21,250 recovered | $8,250 fee | $16,750 recovered | $4,500 |
| $50,000 | $7,500 fee | $42,500 recovered | $16,500 fee | $33,500 recovered | $9,000 |
| $100,000 | $15,000 fee | $85,000 recovered | $33,000 fee | $67,000 recovered | $18,000 |
Everything you need to know about food service debt collection
Food service debt involves unique legal protections like PACA trust rights for produce suppliers and UCC Article 2 remedies for goods sold. We specialize in these California-specific regulations to maximize recovery and pursue claims that traditional agencies might miss.
Yes. We recover unpaid invoices for food distributors, catering companies, restaurant suppliers, equipment vendors, commercial kitchen cleaning services, and hospitality service providers across California. If you sell goods or services to restaurants and hospitality businesses, we can help.
We maintain a strong success rate by leveraging California's specific protections for food suppliers and pursuing both negotiated settlements and litigation when necessary. Our attorneys understand the restaurant and hospitality industries and know how to apply legal pressure effectively.
We work on 15% contingency for most cases. You pay only if we recover your debt. There are no upfront costs, no retainers, and no hidden fees. Use our calculator above to see your savings compared to traditional 33% agencies.
Most cases settle within 30-90 days through negotiation. Litigation cases may take 6-12 months, but we pursue the most efficient path for your claim. We'll give you realistic timelines and keep you updated throughout the process.
Yes. As a food supplier, you may have PACA trust rights that survive bankruptcy. We'll evaluate your claim's priority status and pursue recovery accordingly. Bankruptcy doesn't automatically eliminate your rights.
We specialize in California law and cases with California connections. For out-of-state claims, we can refer you to qualified partners in other jurisdictions who share our commitment to food service industry expertise.
We evaluate each claim based on the debtor's ability to pay, available legal remedies, and your evidence. Submit your claim and we'll provide a free assessment. We won't take a case unless we believe we can recover.
Yes. California law allows attorney fees recovery in certain food service disputes under Cal. Civ. Code §1717 and similar provisions. We pursue fees when available to further reduce your net cost and maximize your net recovery.
Submit your claim today and let our food service debt collection experts get you paid.
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