Legal Question in Civil Litigation in New Jersey

There are 4 team members (children) who have left a competitive sports team for a variety of reasons. The parents will be charged for uniforms that were ordered but not yet received. The contract that we all signed says that we need to give 2 weeks notice in writing before leaving the team. We all did this. It also states that we will lose a deposit ($100 for the uniform). We're all in agreement with that. The final cost of the uniform has not been provided but will be in the hundreds of dollars, perhaps around $400. As background, but not sure if it is relevant, the business runs a shop which sells merchandise where these uniforms (not personalized) can be resold to new clients.

My questions are, if there is nothing in writing saying we are responsible for the full cost of the uniforms, once we are no longer team members, can the business charge us for the uniforms?

Would a collection agency accept a contract like that and try to collect from us?

In my individual case the business still has several hundred dollars of my money. I've been trying to settle this amicably but haven't had much luck. If I took them to small claims court, would I likely win or lose?

Thank you for your input.


Asked on 11/02/10, 5:53 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Amy Klauber Klauber & Klauber, LLP

I would need to see the agreement that you signed, but from what you atated, you are subject to lose only the $100.oo deposit. Again, I cannot state whether this is accurate or give you any further advise without seeing everything. Please contact my office at 732-663-1500 to discuss this matter further.

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Answered on 11/08/10, 5:51 am


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