[FL] [FL] My roommates owe me money, how do I get it back?
My former roommates and I agreed that I would pay for rent and utilities as long as they paid me back. They never paid me back, it's now been since April.
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Have you sent them a demand for payment? That can be a good next step.
Have you considered small claims court?
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I need to send out these forms, is a text message proof of agreement to pay me back?
Lexi, Chatbot
I understand that you're looking for clarity on the validity of a text message as proof of agreement. Can you tell me if there was any specific language used in the text message regarding the repayment?
My former roommates and I agreed that I would pay for rent and utilities as long as they paid me back. They never paid me back, it's now been since April.
Lexi, Chatbot
Have you had any prior agreements or communications with this person about the repayment terms?
Over the period of April through end of July, yes.
Lexi, Chatbot
Is there anything else the Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they'll be able to help with your repayment agreement.
There was a domestic violence case that ended in my immediate vacation of the apartment. I was not faulty or charged, but neither were the people involved.
Elizabeth
Hi there! My name is Liz and I’ve been an attorney for more than a decade, and I am here to assist with your legal concerns. So I can best help, what did the texts say?
They agreed to pay me back.
Elizabeth
Did they say when they would pay you back?
Yes, they agreed to pay me once back on their feet, which happened in May.
The one roommate got laid off, so I agreed to pay his portion until he got a job. And the other roommate can't manage money.
Elizabeth
Have you sent them a demand for payment? That can be a good next step.
Have you considered small claims court?
No, I just filled one out for both roommates.
I have, but I don't know if the cost of small claims will be worth it to get the amount I am owed.
Elizabeth
In what state is it?
Florida
Elizabeth
And how much do they owe you?
One owes me about $1400 and the other owes me about $1900.
Elizabeth
That is within the small claims range. You can also request that they pay the court fees.
Oh, I didn't realize.
Elizabeth
It's part of if you win in small claims. The other side is supposed to make you whole for your losses.
If I have text proof and bank statements, do I have a chance at winning?
Elizabeth
You do indeed have a good chance of winning. Also, if they don't show up, you can win by default.
If I can be of help, please let me know.
Thank you again
Elizabeth
Oh no worries! Have a wonderful day!
Elizabeth
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