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How do I sue someone for payment if I can’t afford it?

I want to sue someone but i dont really have the money.

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Small claims would be a simplified process, you can also request a fee waiver (sample form), so that you can file without having to pay upfront.

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I want to sue someone but i dont really have the money.

Lexi

Lexi, Chatbot

I understand that you want to sue someone, but are you looking for information on how to proceed with a lawsuit without the financial means to do so?

this girl wont pay me my money for her services received

Lexi

Lexi, Chatbot

Have you already consulted with a lawyer or legal aid organization regarding your situation?

yes and no

Lexi

Lexi, Chatbot

Is there anything else the Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they'll be able to help with recovering your money.

this was supposed to be a trade for trade service but she canceled my appointment on my way there so we aggravated for her to just pay full price and now its been going on 5 days and she wont send payment

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

Hi there! Welcome to AskaLawyer. My name is Liz and I’ve been an attorney for more than a decade, and I am here to assist with your concerns.

Just so you are aware, AskaLawyer is a legal information-only site. No attorney-client relationship is formed from our conversation.

So I can best help, in what state were the services provided?

Georgia

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

Thanks for sharing that. Could you tell me if there was any written agreement or contract between you two regarding the services?

i had messages of her agreeing to the services

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

Thank you for clarifying. May I ask, how much does she owe you?

$55 us dollars

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

Got it, thanks. Have you tried reaching out to her again to remind her about the payment or threatened a small claims suit?

yes i have

i tried to call

texted multiple times she made it seem like she had surgery but she is answering and responding to everyone elses text

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

Would you be willing to actually file suit?

Yes, but i dont have the money to do it

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

Small claims would be a simplified process, you can also request a fee waiver (sample form), so that you can file without having to pay upfront.

how much would this cost

and when could we start process

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

With small claims, it's meant to be done without an attorney. Do you have her address so that you can send her documents?

Yes I do

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

Perfect, the first step, is a demand letter. it's just a letter, sent via certified mail to her letting her know you intend to sue.

okay could you send this out?

and would you start my process for the sue? since your the lawyer?

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

My apologies we here can only provide information. However small claims is also meant to be done without an attorney.

There is a guide here to writing the letter: How To Write A Formal Demand Letter

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

I do apologize as I’m coming up on the end of my night. I’m happy to assist further tomorrow if you still have concerns.

Elizabeth

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