Legal Question in Business Law in California

Re: Unpaid invoice being ignored

I suggest that a demand letter be written. If payment is not made in 10 days, you should file a law suit. If the amount is less than $5,000, you should sue in small claims court. Over that amount, we can help you. Please call us at 714 363 0220.

Re: Unpaid invoice being ignored

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Re: Unpaid invoice being ignored

This is essentially a collections case. If you utilized a law firm, the first step would be a demand letter. The next step typically, assuming the demand went unheeded, would be to file suit. Depending upon the value of the machine, you can try handling it yourself, or, you could utilize a firm experienced in these types of matters. My firm does this type of work, and would be happy to help. Feel free to call me if you like.

Re: Unpaid invoice being ignored

Well, the best thing to do is hire an attorney. Do you have a contract? UCC requires a contract with goods over $500. However, it appears as though you have performed -- i.e., delivered the goods -- and that means you are entitled to payment. If you hired me, I would send a demand letter with a 10 day cut-off and then file suit for breach of contract for damages in the amount of money owed. I offer you a free consultation. Yours truly...

Re: Unpaid invoice being ignored

This is a collection matter, and it would be best (if there is a lot of money involved) to have a law firm handle it. One thing you might think about when deciding upon one is whether the firm has experience in post-judgment collection -- you can win a lawsuit, but then you have to go and seize the property or money of the losing party to satisfy your judgment. I do a lot of that sort of thing, and if you have any questions about it, feel free to call me.

Matthew Mickelson

Mickelson & Mickelson

16055 Ventura Blvd., Suite 1230

Encino, CA 91436

818-382-3360

Re: Unpaid invoice being ignored

Courthouse Avenue. If it's under $5000 small claims. If it's over $5000 higher in attorney. If you of a contract that hasn't attorney fee clause you may get something painted toward your attorney's fees. The only problem is bankruptcy yes, after you go through all of this he goes bankrupt. If he doesn't you'll have to "look for" assets to execute upon. Why would you have the middleman in this situation. Basically if you sell the machine have all payments made directly to you. A lesson well learned. It seems you need a lot of business advice, from start to finish.I have been practicing law in this legal area for over 30 years and understand your problem well. I practice in the S.F. Bay Area and if you wish to contact me call at 925-945-6000.