Q: In GA, if you loan someone in cash & have text evidence that it was a loan, can you take to court if they don't repay?
I helped my ex- boyfriend after being dropped from the NFL by giving him numerous small lump sums adding to $3500. There was no written contract, but agreements through text messages & constant asking about repayment. I also let him stay at my apartment, took his dog in, let him use my car so he could have a job(racking up considerable mileage). He did repay a very small portion of the once larger amount. Then we broke up and he changed his stance on the situation. He refuses to pay me and acts like he has no idea what I'm talking about. I am a 24 yr old woman and see this as being taken advantage of when trying to help someone in a bad place. Is there any chance I can take this to small claims court with a back story like this?
A: Yes, you can take your ex to small claims court; however, stick to the evidence you have (like text messages) and do not overplay "the back story" or try to play the "poor pitiful me" routine in court.
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