If a year ago I prepaid a man $350 for firewood. but I’ve yet to receive the wood or my money back, is it financially worth it to take him to small claims court?
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If a year ago I prepaid a man $350 for firewood. but I’ve yet to receive the wood or my money back, is it financially worth it to take him to small claims court?
Asked on June 20, 2015 under Bankruptcy Law, Vermont
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
You can sue for breach of contract.
It is financially worth it because you can recover the amount you paid or the firewood and you can recover the court filing fee and process server fee if you prevail in the case.
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