Everyone waiting to get paid lost at least 5.25% purchasing power over the last 9 months, if you believe inflation is running at only 7% (I think it is higher):
7% x 9 / 12 = 5.25%
In a low or no inflation environment, legal delays to grind your opponent down could make sense, depending on legal fees.
In a high inflation environment, you still pay the legal fees, but lose much, much more, and quickly!