Legal Question in Business Law in California

Re: Illegal Rebates ?

Whether the satellite company may recover its rebate depends on the language of the contract between you and the company, and the laws of the state in which you made the purchase. However, this is a case in which the satellite company is being short-sighted, since you would have become a subscriber, again, had they just waited until you relocated permanently. While the account has been sent to a collection agency, you won't get anywhere by talking to them. You might try ignoring the collection agency, but you should make sure to notify any credit reporting agencies to which they have reported your account as delinquent that you are disputing that item. Later, the company will either give up or sue you. If they sue you, then you can probably have an intelligent conversation with the lawyer or a representative of the company who will understand your position and who can make a deal with you. Alternatively, paying the rebate amount will save you a lot of trouble, although it would be galling to do so.