Q: How can we get our Client to pay us?
We took on a furniture restoration project, where we told the Client to clear everything out of their bedroom, but when the actual job started, nothing was moved. These people are hoarders, we've come to realize, and nothing that we said made a difference. They live in their room, meaning they ate, slept...made it impossible for us to work. We did manage to do some work, but at the tail end, the client wanted something different. He's an Attorney, and we are a small business. What can we do? We took pictures of the area, and maintained emails, texts and voicemails.
Update: We demanded payment, but Client wanted us to contact his Attorney. Sent pictures of atrocious worksite, and was told it's best to settle between the two parties. In the same breath, he wanted to speak with our Attorney. Said we couldn't claim extra expenses, because of NYS laws. Would a demand letter from a Lawyer work?
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A: Sue him for your costs on materials and labor.
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Breach of contract?
Written or oral agreement?
Small claims court? Depends on the amount in dispute. Call the Small Claims Court Clerk in the county where you performed the services and ask. You may want to go in person.
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