living and learning

texas

i have a very good account with a client. this client referred
a general contractor to me, he was needing help with a job

this job was performed at the building that my very good client owns.

guess what. i am not getting paid. because i am an idioit, i didn't do a credit check.

i could put a lein on the property, but that would jepordize my relationship with my "very good client" i am sure.

so here are my options (i think)

1. hire a lawyer and take hime to small claims court

2. can i put a lein on his business, is there such a thinkg?

3. could i put a lein on his house (probably not)

4. eat it and learn a valuable lesson (ouch 3000.00)

5. call my very good client to see if he can assist ( note, the contractor was working for general dollor store finishing out thier space)

any advice or comments would be appricated