[1952henry]

I was in the Crater Lake regional club when I lived in sw Oregon. Gary lived up the road from a member. He had a nice shop and assembled engines. Looked legit. Later this same member gave him engines parts etc. Many $$$ worth. Fellow needed something and got the full bill despite earlier generosity.
As far as a judgement, for a few $ you can have a lien filled with court clerk. That doesn't go away. If there is an estate, you are listed as a creditor. That was my experience as a landlord with a deadbeat renter. Renter declared bankruptcy and I got invited to participate in hearing. I sued a fellow for some property in small claims. Got a judgement, which was ignored. Filed a lien, and got satisfaction in a few days.