My Landlord Refuses To Pay Me After Court’s Order.

When I moved out of my old place, I was charged for unreasonable items that exceeded my security deposit by $1,000 (my deposit was $500). I decided to sue my landlord (a management company) in small claims court, and in October 2023, the judge ruled in my favor, ordering the company to pay me around $1,400.

However, I have yet to receive the full amount. The company only sent me a $400 check, claiming it was the difference between what they claimed I owed them before court and the court’s ruling.

What steps can I take to recover the remaining balance?

P.S. After receiving the check, I discovered the company operates under a fictitious name, so I requested the judge to amend the court order to reflect the company’s original legal name.

Would you like me to offer advice on recovering the funds?

Edit: I’m in Southern California.