What to do if there is a mix-up in an on-line payment?
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What to do if there is a mix-up in an on-line payment?
I sent and paid for an X-box 360 to be fixed by an on-line repair company. They told me that I’d have to pay them again and now they won’t send it back until I do. I paid through Google accounts, but they said that section of payment wasn’t set up yet. They said they’d send me a website link to pay for it that way, but never did. I checked my account. The $50I paid to get it fixed is gone. They said “Google” has it, and it’s just floating in cyberspace, so I’d have to call and get a refund. If I wanted my console back, I’d have to send them a money order. They advertised return fixes in a week. It’s been 3 weeks. Now, they won’t give it back unless I pay them again. Do I have any kind of case worth pursuing?
Asked on March 13, 2011 under General Practice, Indiana
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
It depends on the facts. IF the money was taken out by the repair company, then they need to return your (repaired) console. On the other hand, IF the money did not in fact reach them (even if it was taken out of your account), then the might not have to return it but could hold it until paid. Basically then, the issue will turn on where your money went; did it actually get to the repair place or not? (If it didn't get to the repair place, it seems that *someone* owes you $501, btw!). Contact the payment processor and find out where the money is; that's your first step in resolving this situation. You don't need to, and SHOULNDN"T, rely on what the repair company told you--it's your money; check on it yourself, then you'll know what to do.
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