how do I receive monies owed from promissory note when other party is stating that I altered the document?

Question

Promissory note for $8K with interest in hand other party returned demand letter stating that I altered the document.Totally false have other items with his handwriting. Where do I go after his denial of note???

Answer 1

Unfortunately you need to see an attorney (if you must use an attorney make sure you get a referral from the bar association or local law school don't just use an attorney from TV or the yellow pages). The other alternative is to check and see what the maximum amount you can claim in small claims court. Some states allow up to a $10,000 claim. If you can go the small claims route it will probably be better since you can save the attorney fees. When you file the claim do not forget to include the interest. Also note that there are handwriting and documents experts that can verify that there has been no forgery. This person might just be counting on you dropping this and not pursing your claim.

Good Luck

Answer 2

That's why they invented that thing called court .

If the balance due is less that your state min for small claims court , go there .
If it is in excess , you will need to go to regular court .
Go ask at your local court house for small claims .
If your amount is too much , they will tell you where to file .

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Answer 3

I agree with the first answer you have received, but just to let you know for future reference you should get your document notarized by a notary public.