If I loaned a friend $3300 about 4 years ago for 2 motorcycles and he has not paid me back, since it was a verbal agreement can I sue him?

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If I loaned a friend $3300 about 4 years ago for 2 motorcycles and he has not paid me back, since it was a verbal agreement can I sue him?

I sent sent numerous emails and text messages asking for the money and he would reply saying he would make payments which I agreed to but as the days, weeks and months gone by have not received one penny. I even asked for the motorcycles back so I could sell them and at least recover something from my loss. I found out he traded the motorcycles for something. Since in the past he acknowledged my emails and text messages would this help me in court even though I did not have him sign something upfront? Now he is totally ignoring all my emails and text messages. Do I have a case?

Asked on August 12, 2012 under Bankruptcy Law, Illinois

Answers:

S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

You can sue your friend in Small Claims Court for the amount you are owed plus interest and court costs.  Court costs would include the court filing fee and process server fee.  The text messages and e-mail will provide evidence of the existence of the loan.


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