Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Maryland
*Electrical Serviced Problem*
I called for a free estimate and an electrician arrived late and proceeded to replace the receptacle instead of giving me a description and cost estimate before he started working on the job. He then told me how much this service would cost me. He later charged me a different amount then what he originally said. He also told me to post-date the check so if I had any questions about the invoice I could ask him within that time frame. I called him 5 minutes after he left about the gov�t discount and he confirmed that I would be able to receive it. Later on, when I confronted him about the money difference, he agreed that the amount wasn�t accurate and since they had already �cut the check� for the discount, he asked if he could owe me for future services. Cause of what he said, I felt that there was no need for me to stop the payment of the check.
Recently I filled to the �OCP� a complaint and in his response letter he made direct accusation statements against me which was all untrue. He also insulted my character which was very hurtful.
I wanted to pursue getting back my overpayment and for the pain/suffering to my character as a result in dealing with this electric company.
I would appreciate any advice, thank you.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: *Electrical Serviced Problem*
Unless there was a significant amount involved, I'd let OCP try to resolve it for you. You won't be able to hold the electrician responsible for your hurt feelings.