Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Massachusetts
water removal from basement
I got $2000 from my insurance co and when I called this co to remove the water from the basement I told them I only had $2000. to pay them and they told me not to worry about it.
Now I get a bill for $3750.00 and I can not pay the additioal $1700.
I did not send them the check of 2000 dollars yet because I think they have lied to me from the beginning.
This co is going to take me to court and I will bring the check for 2000 dollars then. I recv'd the check at the end of Dec. and I have not depositd the check in my account.
Please tell me what I can do because this co is making my blood pressure go up and I can't sleep during the day because of the stress it is causing me.
Thank you,
Donna
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: water removal from basement
You may or may not have rights pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 93A, which prohibits any unfair or deceptive acts or practices in the conduct of any trade or commerce. Your remedies depend upon the specific terms and conditions surrounding your agreement with the cleaning company. Please feel free to contact my office direct for a free initial consultation based upon the facts of your specific situation.
Re: water removal from basement
If they file a claim, then explain to the court what they promised you. I hope you have something in writing, or witnesses. Not depositing the check from the insurer makes no sense.