Thoughts and Opinions on this guy V. Guy Yanking Me around

[IDSkoT 5,000+ posts]

On March 28th, this guy approached me on this forum, a local guy who, until I decide on a later date, will remain nameless. He asked me if I was able to build him a box. I agreed, and I drew up a design, he liked it, and told me to go ahead. I buy the wood, build the box, and he was supposed to pick it up that day. I didn't hear from him. I find out a few days later (roughly 2) that he got scammed by another member of this sight, and he didn't have the money now. I said it was no problem, and I could keep the box for as long as he needed. Which, is the truth. I would have. He then called me two times, and said he was going to pick up the box and give me the money for it. Both times, he never came, or even called or texted me.

I understand things happen. However, the right thing to do is at least give me the money so that I don't come out in the negative. It's coming up on a month, which is just ridiculous for anyone. Anyone with a steady job could come up with the measly $70 bucks that he owes me, if not $30 for the wood, and I could just take the time spent and my personal materials used (I.E. Glue, saw blade deterioration, etc.) as a loss.

Most people will say "FIND WHERE HE LIVES AND BEAT HIS ***!" That won't solve anything. Unless I'm gunna steal his car... and that's a felony. I'm not going to jail over spilled milk.

Someone suggested to me that I take it to small claims court. Does anyone have information on this? I figure I'd give him to the 28th of April before I take legal action. Even though our original verbal contract was expired at least 2 weeks ago.

Like I said, at this point I'd take the $30 dollars to cover the price of wood and call the rest a loss.

Thoughts & Opinions.

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[SRim23 5,000+ posts]

maybe just try and sell the box?

 

[jco1385 5,000+ posts]

you'll spend more in court than you'll get if you win the case.

it's a $70 lesson learned IMO. you never saw him face-to-face or got a deposit.

 

[IDSkoT 5,000+ posts]

you'll spend more in court than you'll get if you win the case.
it's a $70 lesson learned IMO. you never saw him face-to-face or got a deposit.

Yeah. I'm a dolt for not getting a deposit. However, I know enough about this guy to find out where he lives, or what he does.

 

[Trey803 5,000+ posts]

this is why businesses use a bill of sale

 

[Trey803 5,000+ posts]

maybe just try and sell the box?

probably your best option

 

[thevic24 5,000+ posts]

ya thats a bummer man. to me a deal is a deal so in my mind he should up hold his end. after this though, it would be a learing expierence to have them pay for at least materals up front.

-vic

 

[mlstrass 5,000+ posts]

Going forward you'll want to get 1/2 the $$$ up front. I learned that the hard way also...

 

[jco1385 5,000+ posts]

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don't catch a harassment charge over $30, or $70. however you want to look at it.

 

[bradknob 10+ year member]

Find Where He Lives And Beat His ***!!

 

[michaellane 5,000+ posts]

$30.00??? pm me box specs and some pics please....

 

[BushJ311 5,000+ posts]

Go to court over that small amount is pointless. Try to sell the box . I would never build anything unless I get a deposit for the amount of materials.

 

[forbidden 10+ year member]

Sell the box and post negative feedback on the guy.

 

[Scoobydoo 5,000+ posts]

throw it up on craigslist for cost and get your money back

seems like you are stressing way too much over $30

 

[IDSkoT 5,000+ posts]

this is why businesses use a bill of sale

A verbal contract is such the same. Not to mention I have PMs and the like. They're of equal value in a legal standpoint.

maybe just try and sell the box?

I don't think it's worth the hassle. I might throw it up and see if anyone wants it.

throw it up on craigslist for cost and get your money back
seems like you are stressing way too much over $30

I'm not stressing over it. Just looking for more options.