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Confidential B2B debt recovery assessment

What is the true cost of an unresolved B2B debt?

An unpaid invoice is never neutral. In B2B matters, payment delays may trigger late-payment exposure, fixed recovery indemnities and unnecessary internal mobilisation. This assessment provides an initial quantified view of the unpaid principal, indicative recovery costs, evidential risk and the strategic recovery path to consider.

Unpaid principal Late-payment interest Recovery indemnity Dispute risk Cash flow Recovery path
L.441-10French B2B reference: penalties and recovery indemnity
€40statutory recovery indemnity per unpaid invoice
0%no recovery outcome is promised

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This indicative tool establishes an initial recovery basis: unpaid principal, days overdue, annual penalty rate stated on the invoice or contractual terms, statutory recovery indemnity and internal time already mobilised. It does not constitute a full legal review, a guarantee of recovery, or a promise of result.

Indicative assessment

Priority level to be assessed

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EvidenceContracts, quotations, invoices, exchanges, purchase orders, delivery or performance.
PenaltiesIndicative calculation: principal incl. VAT × annual rate entered × days overdue / 365.
RouteReinforced amicable recovery, pre-litigation, payment order, proceedings on the merits or enforcement.
DecisionPrioritise cases that justify structured and timely action.

A method designed for high-value and sensitive debts

1Qualification

Identification of the amount, age, evidence, debtor and reminders already carried out.

2Risk assessment

Analysis of silence, payment promises, disputes and insolvency warning signs.

3Recovery route

Orientation towards the most suitable route: amicable, pre-litigation, judicial or enforcement.

Why act before the debt position deteriorates?

Inaction is not neutral: late-payment exposure may increase where applicable terms provide for it, the statutory recovery indemnity may be added per unpaid invoice, and internal time spent ultimately costs the business. The right approach is to qualify the file with a clear statement: principal, penalties, indemnities, evidence and recovery route.

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B2B debt recovery assessment FAQ

Does this assessment replace a full case review?

No. It is an initial indicative assessment. A full review requires examination of the evidence, context, exchanges and risks specific to the case.

Does the displayed amount correspond to the legally recoverable amount?

No. The displayed amount is an indicative calculation based on the information entered: principal, days overdue, annual rate, number of invoices and estimated internal time. The legally recoverable amount depends on invoices, terms and conditions, contracts, formal notices, partial payments, disputes and rules applicable to the case.

Can an old debt still be handled?

It can be reviewed, subject in particular to limitation periods, available evidence, the debtor’s situation and the economic relevance of the case.

What happens after the assessment?

You may submit the case or book a strategic appointment so that the evidence can be reviewed and the potential recovery route determined.