A limited liability company is a legally separate entity created under state statutes. Therefore, it is wholly distinct from its owners. An LLC shields its owners from personal liability related to the operations of the business. If an LLC fails to pay the IRS or its creditors, they may garnish its bank account. If the LLC’s owner fails to pay personal debts, neither the IRS nor creditors can garnish its bank account, as long as the LLC maintains its separate status.