Q: Are there any charges I can file against a lawn care provider who hasn't completed the services?
I prepaid for biweekly lawn care 3 weeks ago. He came out the same day and mowed 1/3 of my yard, then claimed his belt broke and he would return the next day. He has never come back, providing a multitude of excuses. I have asked for my money back several times, to which he always says he will be out to mow the yard and never does.
There is video and audio recording of our discussion about the services he would be providing, as well as him receiving the money from me for his services. We were in my place of employment and there are signs posted in view announcing audio and video recording were taking place. Also, I have all of our text communications over the last three weeks.
A: In Virginia, the Office of the Commonwealth Attorney generally files charges in criminal matters, not individuals. With regard to your reported facts, you may have a right to file a civil lawsuit for breach of contract, called a Warrant in Debt, in the General District Court for the county/city in which you reside and seek an award of monetary damages from the Court against the lawn care provider.
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