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Send a Strongly Worded Letter for Payment Written by a Florida Attorney

Posted on February 8, 2022 by

Are you a resident of Florida that is owed money by someone? If you’re reading this article, it’s probably because you’re having a tough time collecting and you need some help.  In this article, we’ll explain how a demand letter can be useful in getting paid. A demand letter from a lawyer puts the other side on notice that you mean business. When other collection efforts have failed, an attorney demand letter can get the job done.  A strongly worded demand letter on an attorney’s letterhead can lead to a quick resolution without the need for more angry phone calls,… ( Read Full Article… )

How to Get Your Money Back From a Company

Posted on June 15, 2021 by

Easy refunds have become commonplace in modern retail. Perhaps the shirt you ordered did not fit the way you thought it would, you were charged for an item that was not included in your order, or the product arrived damaged or otherwise defective. As online businesses continue to grow and compete against one another, the ease with which you can return an item or obtain a refund can be a deciding factor in whether you purchase from a business. Despite these improvements, some businesses still do not make it easy to get your money back. What are your options to get… ( Read Full Article… )

Is a Demand Letter a Legal Document?

Posted on May 4, 2021 by

A demand letter is a document formally requesting action sent by one party to another, usually to request payment or correct a wrongdoing. The recipient of the demand letter may be someone who owes money, breached a contract, is in financial default, or has failed to follow through with an undertaking. A demand letter is not a “legal document” in the sense that it is a binding contract or has to be prepared by a licensed attorney. Technically, you can write your own demand letter, although demand letters are most effectively written by attorneys. Sending a demand letter on your… ( Read Full Article… )

Collect Money Owed from Former Tenants with an Attorney Demand Letter

Posted on April 5, 2021 by

Residential and commercial landlords all too often know the pain of trying to collect money from tenants, especially if they have vacated the property. In many cases, the security deposit may not be enough to cover what is owed. For example, the tenant may have left while several months delinquent on rent, or they may have caused significant damage to the apartment, home, office space, warehouse, or storefront, which was only discovered after they moved.  Once the tenant moves out, trying to get their attention can be like herding cats. You might even be having trouble locating exactly where they… ( Read Full Article… )

Does a Demand Letter Sent by an Attorney Work?

Posted on March 26, 2021 by

If you are embroiled in a dispute and are thinking about hiring a lawyer to send a demand letter, you may be asking yourself whether it’s worth the cost. Hiring an attorney to send a demand letter can help for several reasons and may actually save you money in the long run. A demand letter sent by an attorney can get you the results you’re looking for but can also give you a clearer sense of your options once the recipient responds (or doesn’t respond).  Demand letters are sent by attorneys to resolve an issue before it escalates into a… ( Read Full Article… )

How to Send a Demand Letter for Unpaid Wages

Posted on October 26, 2020 by

Does your current or former employer owe you money because they failed to pay you for hours worked? According to some researchers, it is estimated that employees are not paid at least $19 billion every year in overtime. Approximately $40-60 billion is lost annually when we consider all forms of wage theft. This enormous discrepancy is largely due to three major factors: employees are not always aware of their employment rights, sometimes employees are not aware they are owed wages, and employers are sometimes not strictly monitored because government agencies do not have the resources to audit every business.  In… ( Read Full Article… )

How to Get Your Security Deposit Back From a Landlord

Posted on August 29, 2020 by

Tenants after vacating a rented home are understandably eager to get their security deposit back. A rental security deposit can be a significant amount, generally one to three month’s rent, so any potential deductions and delays are cause for concern.   Unfortunately, some landlords will drag their feet when it comes to returning a security deposit. Or they may try to hold part of the money back by deducting for questionable expenses from the deposit amount. In this article, we’ll explore what your rights are and how you can have a lawyer send a demand letter for the return of your… ( Read Full Article… )

How to Send a Demand Letter If Someone Owes You Money

Posted on July 22, 2020 by

It can be a terrible feeling when someone owes you money and you start sensing they’re giving you the runaround. Someone – or maybe a company – may owe you money for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you made a loan, performed a job, sold an item or are owed for damages to your person or property.  If the other side is ignoring you or simply refusing to pay, this article will discuss how a demand letter can help recoup what is owed to you. We will also discuss how you can have a lawyer send a demand letter for… ( Read Full Article… )

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