My question involves bankruptcy in the state of: CA

If a defendant in a civil lawsuit case files for bankruptcy after a judgment in favor of the plaintiff, does this mean that the plaintiff will never be able to collect the monies owed her ? The defendant in question does not have many assets but does seem to have a steady paycheck. Will defendant's bankruptcy permanently stop wage garnishment since that really seems to be the only way by which the defendant can pay the judgment ?

Thank you for your time & response.