Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Georgia

I loaned someone, verbally not written, $260. It is a small amount persay but I work hard for my earnings. We agreed that she would pay biweekly $50 until satisfied. She wants to, after I loaned it, that it should've been considered as a gift and has dragged about paying. Being we previously dated. And I haven't seen anything in over a month. Just excuses of things she has to pay other than me. I understand fully that I should've gotten this in writing as a mistake. However there is acknowledgement through online messages knowing of the loan agreement and time lapse. Aside from the court fees that I'm not concerned, mainly the principle, what are my chances and steps of recouping this money as needed? Thank you.


Asked on 5/13/17, 8:06 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Scott Riddle Law Office of Scott B. Riddle, LLC

You are asking for a guess as far as your chances. If you have enough evidence, you can spend the $75+, and a few hours of your time, suing in Magistrate Court. You still have to collect if you win. Usually these are just a lesson learned in loaning money. Never loan money to friends or family. If you are able to help someone who really needs it, give them the money.

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Answered on 5/13/17, 8:15 am


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