Cable33's correct, after you get the judgement you'd have to file a lien (not sure if lien is the proper legal term) in the jurisdiction where your "buddy" is doing business, you might never collect but you can be a thorn in his side by reporting the unpaid judgement to the credit reporting agencies.
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