Q: I have a real estate deal for over a year. Can I sue for money plus loss of potential revenue from her.
We have contracts in place and she hasn’t done anything to the project for over a year. I’ve requested my money back but she keeps avoiding me telling me she’s busy and she’ll get to it later on. Am I able to sue her for my money back plus the potential loss of revenue and my time being wasted as I put in a little sweat equity into the house.
A:
I would have to review the contracts to advise you on your options, but I suspect that you have a case to force her to do something. Please get in touch with an attorney and have them review your contract.
Typically, you cannot get reimbursed for "sweat equity," but you should have other options.
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