Breese, IL asked in Business Law, Civil Litigation, Collections and Contracts for Florida

Q: Services completed, texts to prove that the insurance money was collected by the customer but they wont pay. Over months

Good morning, I work for a tree company ran out of Illinois. I had a question as I'm at a standstill on what to do. We have completed work for a customer with a signed invoice and text proof that they have received the insurance money to take care of the emergency tree service we provided. If you could please point me in the right direction in what legal action I can take to collect I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you and enjoy your day.

1 Lawyer Answer
Griffin Klema
Griffin Klema
Answered
  • Tampa, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: The fact that the customer was paid money by the insurance company doesn't really affect your rights to collect payment for services you rendered. Because the services were made on a property, you may be able to file a lien (a Florida construction lawyer may be able to answer that specific question). Otherwise you could file suit against the customer to enforce the contract. A good trial attorney with experience in business contracts should be able to help. Good luck!

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