If I have a small auto repair business, what options do I have if a customer does not pay the $2,000 that they owe but they have possession of their car?
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If I have a small auto repair business, what options do I have if a customer does not pay the $2,000 that they owe but they have possession of their car?
We did the work 9 months ago. The total was $2713, most of which were parts. She paid $200 at the time of service and then $400 about 2 months later. Since then nothing she hasn’t even answer our calls. We are out $1993 for parts.
Asked on April 10, 2017 under Business Law, Montana
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
Assuming that you have proof of you claim, you can bring suit in small claims court (you are withinh your stae;s dollar limit). Assuming that you prevail, you will be awarded a judgment. You can then enforce it by garishishin their wages, seizing their bank accounts or filing a lien against their property.
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
You can sue the customer in small claims court for breach of contract/account stated.
You can enforce a court judgment against the customer with a wage garnishment. In addition to the amount you are owed, you can recover court costs which include the court filing fee and process server fee.
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