Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Ohio
taking to court
Can someone take you to court after three years for unpaid services, If there was never a contract signed?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: taking to court
Even if you have not signed a written contract, there still may be an oral contract based on what you have said with the other person. There can even be a contract present where you don't have anything signed but you and the other person act as if you had a contract.
For an oral contract, the statute of limitations is 6 years, meaning a lawsuit can be brought any time within 6 years of the claimed breach (you not paying).
I would suggest you speak with an attorney to more fully explain your situation and see what options you have for defending the suit or possible suit if this is just a threat.
If you have any further questions, feel free to contact me.
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