I am dealing with a person who I had lent them an item and have been waiting patiently to get it back for over 4 mths it’s of great value. They had promised to return it then when I call to ask for it they make it sound like its my problem and start hanging up on me when I call or saying they will send it to me in the mail I have called several times to ask for what is owed back to me and still no results. It’s my fault for trusting this person and I know I should have thought about the possibility of this happening. And would be more than understanding if this person was to tell me the truth about what had happened to the item I had lent them. I’m at the point where I want to take legal action against this person like putting a lean on any of their personal property. Can I do that? I know that explaining this situation puts me under fire from anyone who reads this but im trying to see what other options I have with dealing with this person.
2007-10-10 07:33:55 · 5 answers · asked by Bound For Success 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
If you live close enough, I'd just stop over one day. Say you were in the neighborhood and wanted to save them the trip to your house as long as you were there. That way, if there is some problem with them giving it back (oops, it was broken, etc.), they're going to have to be honest with you. Good luck!
2007-10-10 07:43:35 · answer #1 · answered by Mom22girls 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just go over there and ask for it outright. Without knowing what the item is, it is very difficult to advise what action to take. If it is worth more than a certain amount, it can be considered grand theft. Then you may want to bring a policeman with you to retrieve it. They may have pawned the item for drugs or something. You will need to have some kind of proof that you own the item... a receipt or bill of sale or some document with the serial number and model number of the item.
2007-10-10 14:45:15 · answer #2 · answered by Surveyor 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try this: Hello, person, this is me. I need my whatever on Saturday, so what's the best time for me to come pick it up? How about tomorrow at 2?
Set a definite time, then be there. If your "friend" isn't home when you come, he or she may have lost or otherwise misplaced it, and you may not be able to get it back. Then, depending on the item and it's value, you might want to seek legal advice.
2007-10-10 14:43:36 · answer #3 · answered by Debdeb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on the value of the property, take them to small claims court and ask for the full value of the item. Tell the judge you would prefer the item in lieu of the money (that is if you would).
If the item is of more value than is allowed in small claims court in your state, sue them in the court that allows suit in the amount of the value of the property.
2007-10-10 14:47:47 · answer #4 · answered by Molly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well you can "lean" on any of the personal property that you choose, but all that does is give you a place to rest.
To place a "lien" on their property to recoup monetary loss you would need to have a legal judgment stating they owed you the money.
My suggestion is to take them to small claim court - but even if you win you may still never see your money. Most states do not allow for liens or garnishments to be placed for civil judgments.
2007-10-10 14:44:10 · answer #5 · answered by Susie D 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋