Logistics

Cargo Lien (Bad Debt Defense)

Reclassifying client inventory as a 'Lien' asset when the client fails to pay freight charges.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Inventory Held under LienAsset (Restricted)1,000.00-
Accounts Receivable (Overdue)Asset (-)-1,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Under maritime and transport law, if a client doesn't pay, the logistics provider can legally hold (and eventually sell) the goods to recover the debt.

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