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Client refuses to pay
If a client refuses to pay COD then is it okay to keep their property?
Asked on August 8, 2019 under Business Law, Florida
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
No, it is not ok, unless you had a written contract or agreement stating that in the event of nonpayment, you could do this. Without such an agreement, if you keep their property, it will be theft. Your recourse to get your payment is to sue them for the money.
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