Company wants to re-file garnishment suit, can they do it?

[kajungirl2211]

I recently changed jobs. I voluntairly called to update the company on the change. The person I spoke with told me that they would have to re-file the suit to change my employer. Is that necessary? Is there something else that I can do to get this matter resolved without them having to re-file the suit and in turn incurring more costs to me? Thank you for your help in advance.

 

[JohnMacek]

***This applies to California***
I will make the assumption that the "suit" you refer to is an EWO (Earnings Withholding Order, aka wage garnishment).
If you change jobs while an EWO is in effect, the judgment creditor (or Assignee of Record) will have to get a new writ and re-serve the new employer with the new EWO. It does not follow you from job to job. The best way to resolve would be to offer a lump sum settlement on the balance you owe.