Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California

Collecting a personal Loan

I made a personal loan for a considerable amount to my friend. The ONLY proof I have is a copy of the check I wrote to him. In the memo line of the check, I had written ''Loan to friend's name''.

Now my friend refuses to give me my money back. Is there any way I can get him to pay back my money?

Appreciate any help.

Thank you very much.


Asked on 4/08/04, 3:47 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys
Larry Rothman Larry Rothman & Associates

Re: Collecting a personal Loan

The memo supports the loan. We can help you file a lawsuit. We handle cases throughout California. If you want assitance, please call me at 714 363 0220.

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Answered on 4/08/04, 4:07 pm
Ken Koenen Koenen & Tokunaga, P.C.

Re: Collecting a personal Loan

Yes, there is a way to get the money back. It is called a lawsuit.

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Answered on 4/08/04, 5:39 pm
Christopher M. Brainard, Esq. C. M. Brainard & Associates - (310) 266-4115

Re: Collecting a personal Loan

Yes, I could get you your money. How much did you lend?

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Answered on 4/08/04, 6:24 pm
Chris Johnson Christopher B. Johnson, Attorney at Law

Re: Collecting a personal Loan

You can sue and get a judgment against him. It's something you should do soon if you want to, because if you wait the time to sue may run, or you may have the court tell you that you waited too long to sue ("laches").

If the amount is under $5,000, you can sue in small claims court. Above that, you'll probably need a lawyer.

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Answered on 4/09/04, 2:26 am


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