Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Michigan

cheated by a con-artist

I gave an aquintance money (about $ 100,000) over a course of 1 year. Some of it is documented, some not. He had also verbally agreed to paying interest. He made some payments ($5000), some checks bounced and he put a stop payment on others.

My question is - does a verbal agreement hold in the court and if so, can I call witnesses to testify to the fact? Are there any books etc...for me to sue him myself. At this time, I have no money (since he conned me out of the last cent I have).

Thankyou


Asked on 8/23/03, 12:27 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
William Stern William Stern, P.C.

Re: cheated by a con-artist

The basic problem is one of proof. Yes, a verbal agreement is Okay. However, he'll claim the money was a gift, etc. It might be difficult finding an attorney to take this on a contingency basis. You have a six year statute of limitations so you have some time to build up some money to pursue the claim. Witnesses are important if they can say what they overheard him say to indicate that he owes the money. Bill Stern 248-353-9400

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Answered on 8/23/03, 7:17 am


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