Q: I have a client threatening to sue me for uncompleted work after completing the original contracted job.
The original contract for this client has already been completed. My client changed their mind on which type of pool they wanted after it was already installed. I obliged to change the pool out and ordered the new kit and took down the original. I had to push them to the back of my work log due to waiting on the pool and parts. They are now threatening to sue for not completing the work, despite communicating that them changing their mind and ordering a new pool would be another wait. I did try to de-escalate by reiterating they wanted the changes and showing proof of shipping and even offering discounted services. I was scheduled to go out this week when they threatened to sue me. What can I do?
A: An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. You have no control over whether or not they choose to sue. Hopefully they won't. But you can take certain steps to make your defense easier and your position stronger should they decide to. Gather all your records, including the contract, all technical specifications, the client's change in mind after the pool was already installed, all communications, all your receipts, work logs, etc. If push comes to shove, your well-organized records would help you reduce costs by making the most efficient and economical use of an attorney's services. Good luck
Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.
The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.
Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.
