“The judge dismissed our lien against your home, but my client still faces personal bankruptcy,” the lawyer said.

“Are you planning to file another civil petition for full restitution against Arthur’s personal estate?”

“Why are you asking me that right now?” I asked.

“Because if you pursue punitive restitution, the sheriff will seize his personal bank accounts by Monday morning,” the lawyer said.

“His wife would lose their family home on Willow Creek Lane before the end of the month.”

I turned to Lynn and handed her my car keys.