They have to show proof of attempted service, that they searched for the individual and mailed to the last know addresses. Today it is harder to show that someone can't be found with all of the data bases available online.
The judgment is against the person, not the property.
You can check for judgments against a person by searching court records online, visiting the courthouse in the jurisdiction where the judgment was issued, or hiring a professional background check service. Additionally, credit reports may also show any judgments that have been reported to credit bureaus.
You have to get a judgment against the person in court first.
YOU SUE THE ESTATE
It will come from the deceased person's estate.
If the husband was not liable for the debt, then his wages cannot be garnished to collect on the judgment. The judgment is against the person who incurred the debt.
If they have cause, yes.
Do you have judgment against the debtor?
It obviously depends on what the judgment was for, and may depend on your particular state laws. Money judgments usually become assets of the estate of the deceased, and the executor or administrator of the estate will have to pursue, abandon or compromise the claim.
Yes, it is called Pro Se, you can file a civil complaint against someone and the judge will determine whether a judgment in your favor will be granted, it is up to you and not the court to enforce the judgment.
provided they married in community of property (what is hers is his)
A civil suit judgment is against the person who is named in the lawsuit. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, the wife would not be liable for the payment.